Behavior Technician - Work With Kids - We Train You
About The Position
Centria is seeking enthusiastic Behavior Technicians to make a difference in the lives of children with autism. In this role, you will work one-on-one with children, implementing individualized behavior intervention plans under the guidance of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). You will use evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills while reducing interfering behaviors. The role is suited to people who are passionate about helping children with autism reach their full potential and who are patient, compassionate, and able to work well in a team. Comprehensive training is provided, including for candidates without prior experience. Children may be unpredictable and potentially confrontational, and the work involves active movement throughout the day. You must be comfortable standing, walking, sitting, grasping, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, squatting, lifting, and sometimes carrying children or objects weighing up to 50 pounds. The listed pay range is $16–$23. Centria describes a structured career path in behavioral analysis, retail-partner discounts, access to an Employee Assistance Plan with mental health and counseling benefits, and early wage access through Rain. The company states that it is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.
Requirements
- Passion for helping children with autism.
- Patience, compassion, and ability to work well in a team.
- At least 18 years of age.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification and a tuberculosis test if one has not been completed in the last year.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
- Ability to move in various positions, including sitting, squatting, and bending.
- Ability 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 Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
- Use evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills.
- Help reduce interfering behaviors.
Benefits
- Structured career path in the field of behavioral analysis.
- Discounts to hundreds of retail partners through 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
