Behavior Technician

Autism Care Partners•Lawrence, MA

6d•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 a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to help children develop communication, social, adaptive, and other skills. The employer provides training for passionate candidates; previous child care experience is preferred but not required. The role includes supporting both skill-development and behavior-reduction goals using applied behavior analysis (ABA), collecting and documenting client data, and maintaining a safe and organized therapy environment. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function. Full-time and part-time opportunities are mentioned; optional Saturday sessions depend on client and supervisor availability. The BT Level Up program offers defined promotional levels on a three-month timeline. Employees who meet the criteria may apply for advancement, which includes a corresponding pay increase. The role also offers on-site BCBA guidance, ongoing client-specific training, and supervision opportunities for RBTs and master’s students pursuing BCBA, Speech Language Pathologist, or Occupational Therapist careers.

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.
Minimum high school diploma or GED.
Regular and reliable attendance.

Nice To Haves

Previous child care experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Work one-on-one with children at the center, implementing BCBA-designed clinical plans.
Use ABA principles, including reinforcement and prompting, to teach adaptive skills in areas such as language, socialization, play, self-help, and motor skills.
Use ABA principles to address behavior-reduction goals.
Support client toilet-training goals, 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.
Maintain and acquire technical knowledge by attending required trainings.
Comply with the BACB’s code of ethics.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Benefits

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, comprising 10 paid holidays and 11 PTO days.
Voluntary short- and long-term disability coverage.
Accident and critical illness coverage.
Employee referral program.
Employee assistance program.
Pet insurance.
Opportunity to apply for promotion every three months, with a corresponding pay increase when advancing.
On-site BCBA guidance and strong clinical support.
Supervision for RBTs and master’s students pursuing BCBA, Speech Language Pathologist, or Occupational Therapist careers.
Ongoing hands-on, client-specific training.