Behavior Technician

Centria Autism • Red Oak, TX

4d • $18 - $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. Centria provides comprehensive training, including for candidates without prior experience. The role involves active physical engagement with children, who may be unpredictable and potentially confrontational, and offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children and their families.

Requirements

• Be passionate about helping children with autism.
• Be patient and compassionate, and work well in a team environment.
• Be at least 18 years old.
• 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 in the last year.
• Pass a pre-employment background check.
• Be able to move into various positions, including sitting, squatting, and bending.
• Be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a Behavior Technician.
• Experience working with children with autism or other learning disabilities.
• Experience as a teacher’s aide, 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.
• 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