Center - Based Behavior Technician - Entry Level

Our Story

Life Skills Autism Academy, a division of Centria Autism, is a high-commitment, center-based ABA Therapy program. Rooted in the evidence that early, high-intensive ABA Therapy leads to the greatest potential reached by children on the autism spectrum, we specialize in providing services to young children.

As leading experts in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), the academy's highly-trained clinicians develop individualized, one-on-one programs that help children break down routine tasks into manageable steps. This type of therapy helps children with autism improve communication ability, daily living skills, and the social behaviors necessary to thrive in school, at home, and in their community.

Schedule : Full time, Monday-Friday 8 : 30 am-4 : 30 pm, in center

Compensation & Benefits :

Pay Range : $17-$20 , increases based on education and experience

Paid time off

Benefits plan - medical, dental, vision, etc.

Uncapped Structured Pay Plan

Tuition Discount Program

Practicum Program - earn your supervision hours!

Early wage access to employees through Rain - Work today, get paid tomorrow!

Registered Behavior Technician job responsibilities include :

Provide direct client care in 1 : 1 and group settings utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training

Follow the prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols as outlined in the client's individualized treatment plan built by BCBA / BC

Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior

Assist with parent and caregiver training in line with the client’s individualized treatment and behavior reduction protocols

Ensure documentation is completed on time and following established procedures

Effectively communicate with parents and caregivers regarding client progress as instructed by BCBA / BC

Utilize safe and appropriate procedures when working with clients and appropriately report all critical incidents and safety concerns

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment

Assist BCBA / BC in the preparation of client materials, behavior reduction assessments, and skills acquisition

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Knowledge :

Must hold and maintain current certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) as issued by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) or be willing to complete a 40-hour training course and sit for their RBT competency exam within 45 days of employment

Must be willing to participate in the company’s background check process

A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required

Must have reliable transportation

Must be at least 18 years of age

Willing to obtain CPR and First Aid certification

Willing to obtain a tuberculosis (TB) test annually

Must be able to physically perform this job, including getting down on the floor and standing up many times, lifting up to 50lbs, and the ability to run / move quickly if required to do so for the interaction with and safety and protection of the children with whom you work

Strong attention to detail with the ability to do repetitive things in a precise manner

Ability to follow and carry out detailed instructions

Strong understanding of technology to be able to record data on a mobile device and navigate digital applications

Good written and verbal communication skills

Strong cultural competency with the ability to remain flexible and open-minded

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, Veteran status, or disability status. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. This pay scale range is the full range of potential wages Centria Autism reasonably expects to pay for employees with this job title and this pay scale range varies dependent on job qualifications, performance, experience, and / or seniority. This range should not be interrupted to mean that Centria Autism currently employs any employees with this job title at the bottom or top of the pay scale range. Centria reserves the right to amend this job description at any time, with or without written notice.