Behavior Technician

Centria Autism • Petersburg, VA

2d • $19 - $25

About The Position

Behavior Technicians work one-on-one with children with autism, implementing individualized behavior intervention plans under the guidance of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). They use evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills while reducing interfering behaviors. Comprehensive training is provided, including for candidates without prior experience. The role involves active engagement with children who may be unpredictable or confrontational, and requires comfort with a range of movements and occasionally lifting or carrying children or objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

• Be passionate about helping children with autism.
• Be patient and compassionate, and work well in a team.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certifications and a Tuberculosis test if one has not been completed within the last year.
• Pass a pre-employment background check.
• Be able to move among various positions, including sitting, squatting, and bending.
• Be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Obtain Registered Behavior Technician Certification within 45 days of completing onboarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with children with autism.
• Implement individualized behavior intervention plans under the guidance of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Use evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Use evidence-based techniques to reduce interfering behaviors.

Benefits

• Structured career path in the field of Behavioral Analysis.
• Discounts to hundreds of retail partners via Benefit Hub.
• Access to Centria’s Employee Assistance Plan, with benefits around mental health and counseling.
• Early wage access through Rain.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED