Behavior Technician

Merakey • Logan Township, PA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Merakey is seeking a Behavior Technician to work one-on-one with autistic and emotional-support students in a school setting in Altoona, Pennsylvania. The technician follows each student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP) to support academic and behavioral goals in a trauma-informed environment. The role involves working with a team and collaborating with families to support students’ development. No experience is required, and paid training is provided.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday for the full school day; the posting lists 8:30 a.m.–3:15 p.m. in the schedule and 8:15 a.m.–3:15 p.m. in the qualifications.
• No experience is required; paid training is provided.

Nice To Haves

• Three to six months of experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
• Experience working with children with autism.

Responsibilities

• Complete timely ongoing data collection, parent and staff correspondence, and required documentation.
• Provide behavioral and physical interventions as needed, including prompting, guided transport, and, when appropriate, physical restraint; training is provided according to program regulations.
• Monitor student performance and record relevant data to assess progress.
• Accompany and assist students with activities and daily living, which may include toileting and grooming.
• Collaborate with families and the team to support continuity of care.
• Implement and follow each assigned student’s behavior plan and individualized reinforcement systems.
• Complete required training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• DailyPay access to earned pay.
• Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth employee contribution options.
• Voluntary limited medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance through the American Worker; these are not a substitute for major medical insurance.
• Access to Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services for fee-for-service employees working at least 170 hours per quarter.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through the Employee Assistance Program.
• On the Goga well-being platform with self-care tools and resources.
• Employee discounts and savings programs for entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Free online personal development classes through Pryor Online Learning.

What This Job Offers

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