Behavior Technician

Centria Autism • Salem, OR

3d • $19 - $20

About The Position

Centria is seeking enthusiastic Behavior Technicians to work one-on-one with children with autism. In this role, you will implement 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 candidates who are passionate about helping children with autism reach their full potential and who are patient, compassionate, and able to work well with a team. Comprehensive training is provided, including for candidates without prior experience. Children may be unpredictable and potentially confrontational, and the work involves active movement throughout the day. Technicians must be comfortable standing, walking, sitting, grasping, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, squatting, and at times carrying children or objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

The position offers a stated pay range of $19–$20. Centria describes a structured career path in behavioral analysis, retail-partner discounts, access to an Employee Assistance Plan with mental health and counseling benefits, and early wage access through Rain.

Requirements

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

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