Behavior Technician- Training Provided

Autism Care Partners•Amherst, MA

2d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Autism Care Partners is hiring an entry-level Behavior Technician to work directly with children with autism in a center-based setting. Behavior Technicians work one-on-one with clients, implementing clinical plans designed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) to develop communication, social, adaptive, and other skills. Training is provided, including hands-on, client-specific training and support from BCBAs on site. Previous childcare experience is preferred, but not required. This role requires regular and reliable attendance, accurate data collection and session documentation, and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized therapy environment. Technicians attend required training, build their technical knowledge, and comply with the BACB Code of Ethics. The position is offered full-time or part-time. Optional Saturday sessions may be available depending on client and supervisor availability. The BT Level Up program provides defined promotional levels on a three-month timeline; eligible employees may apply for advancement and a corresponding pay increase. The pay scale is $20.00–$21.00 per hour for BTs and $22.00–$22.50 per hour for RBTs.

Requirements

No prior criminal history.
Ability to utilize technology.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, and Windows.
Ability to operate basic office equipment.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

Previous childcare experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work one-on-one with children at the center and implement BCBA-designed clinical plans.
Use applied behavior analysis (ABA) principles, including reinforcement and prompting, to teach adaptive skills in language, socialization, play, self-help, and motor development.
Use ABA principles to address behavior-reduction goals.
Support client goals related to toilet training, including diaper changes.
With training, implement skill-development programs and provide appropriate physical guidance as needed to ensure client safety.
Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior.
Complete session documentation accurately.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment.
Attend required trainings and maintain and acquire technical knowledge.
Comply with the BACB Code of Ethics.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Benefits

Opportunity to apply for promotion every three months, with a corresponding pay increase upon advancement.
Guaranteed weekly hours, with cancellations not affecting pay.
Competitive and reliable pay.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
21 days of paid time off in the first year, consisting of 10 paid holidays and 11 PTO days.
Voluntary short- and long-term disability coverage, accident coverage, and critical illness coverage.
Employee referral program.
Employee assistance program.
Pet insurance.
Supervision for RBTs and master's students pursuing BCBA, SLP, or OT careers.
Ongoing hands-on, client-specific training.