Center-Based Behavior Technician

Centria Autism • Clinton Township, MI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Behavior Technician, you will work one-on-one with children with autism, implementing individualized behavior intervention plans under the guidance of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). You will use evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills while reducing interfering behaviors. The role is suited to someone patient, compassionate, enthusiastic about helping children with autism, and able to work well in a team. Comprehensive training is provided, including for candidates without prior experience. Children may be unpredictable and potentially confrontational. The physical nature of working with children includes standing, walking, sitting, grasping, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, squatting, lifting, and sometimes carrying children or objects weighing up to 50 pounds. The position offers a pay range of $17–$20.

Requirements

• Passion for helping children with autism.
• Patience, compassion, and ability to work well in a team environment.
• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certifications and a Tuberculosis test if one has not been completed in the last year.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Ability to move in various positions, including sitting, squatting, and bending.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a Behavioral Technician.
• Experience working in some capacity with children with autism or other learning disabilities.
• Experience as a Teacher’s Aid, Tutor, CNA, Caregiver, or Home Health Aide.

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.
• Work to reduce interfering behaviors.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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