Behavior Technician:
Amergis Educational Services is seeking Behavior Technicians. The Behavior Technicianworks one-on-one with children with Autistic Disorder (AD), PervasiveDevelopmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified (PDDNOS), Asperger’s Disorder(AS) and Childhood Dis-integrative Disorder (CDD). The Behavior Technicianimplements a Behavior Plan (BP) designed and maintained by a ProgramSupervisor. BT gathers quantifiable data necessary for the Program Supervisorto evaluate the effectiveness of the BP in achieving identified goals andobjectives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Follows the instructions of the BCBA/program supervisor
- Provides behavior assistance/interventions to assigned clients
- Provides behavior support services
- Provides crisis intervention
- Implements behavior plans
- Documents session per policies and procedures
- Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
- Follow De-escalation guidelines (i.e. Right Response, Handle w/ Care, CPI – depending on location) to de-escalate students when presenting verbal or physical aggression (De-escalation training provided but candidate must be comfortable with a potentially aggressive environment)
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1+ years of experience working with children in professional or personal setting; daycare, babysitting, nannying, caretaking, teachers aide/ assistant
- Experience with behavioral management
- Experience supporting special needs or disabilities
- AA or Para Professional (Equivalent provided during onboarding if you do not currently have AA or Para Pro
- Highly adaptable and resilient to change and face paced school environment
Benefits
At 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 paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, 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.