Behavior Technician

Centria Autism • Deming, NM

12d • $16 - $23

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. The role offers comprehensive training, including for candidates without prior experience, and is described as active and potentially challenging. Technicians contribute to a team dedicated to helping children and their families.

Requirements

• Be passionate about helping children with autism.
• Be patient, compassionate, and able to 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 in the last year.
• Pass a pre-employment background check.
• Be able to sit, squat, bend, and move in various positions.
• 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 BCBA.
• Use evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Help 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