Behavior Technician
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 position involves active work with children who may be unpredictable or confrontational, and requires moving through a range of physical positions and, at times, carrying children or objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Candidates must obtain Registered Behavior Technician certification after completing onboarding.
Requirements
- Be passionate about helping children with autism.
- Be patient and compassionate, and 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 within the last year.
- Be able to pass a pre-employment background check.
- Be able to sit, squat, bend, and move in other positions as needed.
- Be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Obtain Registered Behavior Technician certification after completing onboarding.
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 via Benefit Hub.
- Access to Centria’s Employee Assistance Plan, including mental health and counseling benefits.
- Early wage access through Rain.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
