$21/HR | Behavior Technician | 24-25 School Year!

The Behavior Technician works to facilitate educational and behavioral services with children and adults with special needs and collaborates with school professionals and other behavioral specialists to achieve learning and behavioral goals and objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Follows instructions from the BCBA, teacher, and / or program supervisorImplements behavior management techniques in the form of prevention, intervention, and consequence strategiesProvides crisis interventionReviews and implements behavior intervention plansReviews and performs tasks to behavioral and ABA goals found within an IEP at the direction of an instructorAssists in facilitating academic instruction at the direction of an instructorAssists in facilitating SLP, OT, and PT development plansDocuments session per policies and proceduresCollects behavioral and academic data accurately and efficientlyStrictly adheres to confidentiality requirementsAssists students in the development of independent daily living skills through self-care activities such as toileting, clothing routines, and personal hygieneSupports students across environments (i.

e. classroom, playground, lunch room, gym, sensory room, library, etc.)Performs other duties as assigned / necessaryMinimum Requirements : High School diploma or equivalent requiredTwo (2) years of pediatric experience preferredComplies with all relevant professional standards of practiceParticipation and completion of Amergis’ Competency program when applicableCurrent CPR if applicableTB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicableCurrent health certificate (per contract or state regulation)Must meet all federal, state and local requirementsSuccessful completion of new hire training as applicable to job siteUnderstand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirementsAbility to effectively elicit / provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills;

proficiency in the English language is requiredComputer proficiency requiredMust be at least 18 years of ageBenefitsAt Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits : Competitive pay & weekly paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards and recognition programs*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About AmergisAmergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988.

We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school.

Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.