BEHAVIOR TECH
About The Position
Merakey is seeking a Behavior Technician to work one-on-one with autistic and emotional support students in a Philadelphia school setting. The technician follows each student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP) to support academic and behavioral goals in a trauma-informed environment. The role includes working with a team to support students’ development and collaborating with families to promote continuity of care. The technician provides behavioral and physical interventions as needed, which may range from prompting or guided transport to physical restraint. Appropriate training is provided in accordance with program regulations. The role also involves supporting students with activities and daily living, which may include toileting and grooming, and completing ongoing data collection, correspondence, and required documentation. The position is based in Merakey’s Philadelphia, Pennsylvania location and pays $23.00. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Availability to work Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
- Ability to meet the stated physical demands: medium work up to 50 pounds occasionally, 20 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds continuously; heavy work up to 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and over 20 pounds continuously.
Nice To Haves
- Three to six months of experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
- Experience working with children with autism.
Responsibilities
- Follow each student’s IEP and PBSP to support academic and behavioral goals.
- Provide behavioral interventions and physical interventions as needed, including prompting, guided transport, or restraint when appropriate and permitted by program regulations.
- Collect ongoing data and complete parent and staff correspondence and required documentation in a timely manner.
- Monitor student performance and record relevant data to assess progress.
- Accompany and assist students with activities and daily living, including toileting and grooming when needed.
- Collaborate with families and the team to support continuity of care.
- Implement student behavior plans and individualized reinforcement systems.
- Complete required training.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- DailyPay access to pay when needed.
- Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth employee contribution options.
- Voluntary limited medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance through the American Worker; these are not a substitute for major medical insurance.
- Care.com access for backup childcare, elder care, and household services for FFS employees working at least 170 hours per quarter.
- Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through the Employee Assistance Program.
- On the Goga well-being platform with self-care tools and resources.
- Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
- Free online personal development classes through Pryor Online Learning.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
