Center-Based Behavior Technician

Life Skills Autism Academy • Charlotte, NC

1d • $17 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Behavior Technician works one-on-one with children with autism, implementing individualized behavior intervention plans under the guidance of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The role uses evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills while reducing interfering behaviors. Comprehensive training is provided, including for candidates without prior experience.

The work can involve unpredictable or confrontational behavior and requires comfort with active physical movement, including standing, walking, sitting, grasping, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, squatting, and lifting or carrying children or objects weighing up to 50 pounds. The position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children and their families. The stated pay range is $17–$23; the posting notes that pay varies with qualifications, performance, experience, and/or seniority.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with children with autism.
• Implement individualized behavior intervention plans under the guidance of a 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 at 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED