Center-Based Behavior Technician

Centria Autism • Tempe, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Life Skills Autism Academy is seeking Behavior Technicians to support children on the Autism Spectrum through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. Registered Behavior Technicians provide therapy in one-to-one and group settings under the direction and supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Therapy focuses on developing language and communication, social, and academic readiness skills. Candidates must hold and maintain current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB), or be willing to complete a 40-hour ABA training course and sit for the RBT exam within 45 days of employment.

This is a full-time, center-based role with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The pay range is $18–$24 per hour, negotiable based on experience, education, and skills.

Requirements

• Hold and maintain current RBT certification issued by the BACB, or be willing to complete a 40-hour ABA training course and sit for the RBT exam within 45 days of employment.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Be willing to participate in the company’s background-check process if offered the position.
• Have reliable transportation; in some cases, provide proof of a driver’s license and valid car insurance.
• Be at least 18 years old.
• Be willing to obtain CPR and First Aid certification and complete a TB test if one has not been completed in the past year.
• Be able to get down on the floor and stand up repeatedly, lift up to 50 pounds, and run or move quickly when needed to support client interaction and safety.
• Reliably attend every scheduled therapy appointment.
• Maintain professional presentation and conduct, patience, emotional control, a positive attitude, and a drive to help children acquire skills.
• Have strong attention to detail and the ability to perform repetitive tasks precisely and follow detailed instructions.
• Be comfortable recording data on a mobile device and navigating digital applications.
• Have good written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate cultural competency, flexibility, and an open mind.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a behavioral technician.
• Experience working with children with autism or other learning disabilities.
• Experience as a teacher’s aide, tutor, CNA, caregiver, or home health aide.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct client care in one-to-one and group settings using intensive teaching and natural environment training.
• Follow behavioral skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction protocols in each client’s individualized treatment plan, as developed by a BCBA/BC.
• Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior.
• Assist with parent and caregiver training in accordance with each client’s individualized treatment and behavior-reduction protocols.
• Complete documentation on time and according to established procedures.
• Communicate with parents and caregivers about client progress as instructed by the BCBA/BC.
• Use safe and appropriate procedures when working with clients and report critical incidents and safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment.
• Assist the BCBA/BC with preparing client materials, behavior-reduction assessments, and skill-acquisition materials.

Benefits

• Structured career path in behavioral analysis.
• Discounts at 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.

What This Job Offers

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