Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Centria Autism • Dearborn Heights, MI

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About The Position

As a Behavior Technician, you will work one-on-one with children with autism, 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 intended for 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 can be unpredictable and potentially confrontational. The work is physically active and involves moving with clients, including standing, walking, sitting, grasping, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, squatting, and sometimes 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.

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.
• Use evidence-based techniques to reduce interfering behaviors.

Benefits

• Structured career path in the field of Behavioral Analysis.
• Discounts to 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