Behavior Technician

Acorn Health • Langhorne, PA

4h • Hybrid

About The Position

Acorn Health is an Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) treatment provider dedicated to providing high-quality care for clients, aiming to establish best-in-class standards in integrity and quality within the ABA field. The company focuses on the individuality of each child, collaborates with client families, and strives for permanence in client outcomes. Acorn Health values its employees, who are considered the heart of the organization, and demonstrates Five Core Values daily. The company is seeking Behavior Technicians (BTs) to help children with Autism live meaningful and functionally independent lives. As a Behavior Technician, you will deliver high-quality, intensive, ABA interventions directly to clients under the supervision of Behavior Analysts (BCBA) who develop each client’s treatment plan. Acorn Health emphasizes high quality, ethical, individualized treatment, authenticity, and teamwork, while also encouraging professional growth and offering career development opportunities to all staff.

Requirements

• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Should enjoy working on an interdisciplinary team and collaborating with others
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Passion for helping others

Nice To Haves

• 1-2 years experience working with children highly preferred (caregiver, paraprofessional, daycare, etc!)
• Obtained or pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, teaching, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Complete training necessary to provide therapy (requirements vary by state)
• Deliver 1:1 direct ABA treatment to clients to increase skills, decrease problem behaviors and strengthen the behavioral supports in place
• Work closely with the supervising BCBA and other team members to ensure high quality service delivery
• Support parent and caregiver training as directed by the BCBA
• Collect data and document client records to monitor progress and to enable the best possible treatment decisions
• Communicate regularly with parents, supervisor(s), and others as necessary to inform and improve treatment plans
• Provide services to clients in center, home, school, or other location(s) as clinically indicated
• Schedule may include driving between clients

Benefits

• Starting Behavior Technicians at $21.50 / hour
• Pay increase once certification is obtained
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Other supplemental insurance options, such as life insurance
• Paid initial & continued RBT Training
• Continued professional development opportunities
• Supportive supervisors & mentors
• BACB fieldwork supervision at no cost to those pursuing coursework in ABA
• Tuition discounts from our University partners
• Opportunities for career advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level