Behavior Technician

Merakey • Ferguson Township, PA

25d • Onsite

About The Position

Merakey is seeking a Behavior Technician for its school-based program in State College, Pennsylvania. The technician works one-on-one with autistic and emotional support students, following each student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP) to support academic and behavioral goals. The work takes place in a trauma-informed environment and involves collaboration with families and the student’s team. No experience is required; paid training is provided.

The schedule is Monday through Friday for a full school day. The posting states hours of 8:30 a.m.–3:15 p.m. in the compensation and schedule section and 8:15 a.m.–3:15 p.m. in the qualifications section. Pay is $18.50 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday for a full school day; the listed hours are 8:15 a.m.–3:15 p.m. in the qualifications section and 8:30 a.m.–3:15 p.m. elsewhere in the posting.

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, which may include prompting, guided transport, or physical restraint; appropriate training is provided.
• 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 as assigned.
• 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