Job Information
Merakey Pennsylvania Behavior Technician in Altoona, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 5001044129806 Requisition Number 92751
City Altoona
Shift 1st Shift - no week-ends
External Description
Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Behavior Technician to join our team at our program in Altoona, PA. If you are a Paraprofessional, Registered Behavior Technician, Behavior Health Technician, or a Personal Care Aide, this is the opportunity for you! No experience required- we provide PAID training. Earn $ 17.00/hourly Monday- Friday Position Details and Duties
As a Behavior Technician you will work one on one in our school setting, where you will have the opportunity to work with a wide variety of autistic/emotional support students who are all unique and amazing! Following each child's Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP), you will help the student achieve their academic and behavioral goals. Your dedication and empathy will help our students learn in a trauma-informed environment. In this role, you will be part of a team where you can have fun and be an integral part of our students' development. Review and implement IEP or treatment plan Complete timely ongoing data collection, including parent/staff correspondence and all required documentation Collaborate with families and team for continuity of care Provide behavioral interventions and physical interventions as needed. Physical interventions may range from simple prompting and/or guided transport up to, and including, physical restraint of client. Interventions vary based on program regulations and appropriate training is provided based on same. Monitor client performance and record relevant data to assess progress. Accompany and assist client(s)/student(s) with activities and daily living which may include assisting with toileting and grooming. Implement and follow through with client/student behavior plan as well as individualized reinforcement systems for individual client assigned. Complete required trainings as assigned Attend required supervisions and meetings Uphold the company mission and core values. Other duties as assigned To make a difference in a child's life - apply today at www.merakey.org/careers Requisition number: 92751 Benefits Merakey offers competitive compensation plans and more! DailyPay Work/Life Balance Flexible Schedules Cell Phone Discount Plans Employee Referral Bonuses About Merakey Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!
Position Type Fee for Service
State PA
Work Schedule M-F 8:30-3:15
Requirements
Our ideal candidate will possess the following skills: Minimum of a high school diploma or general educational development (GED) is required. 6 months experience working with children with autism is required. 6 months of experience working with persons with developmental disabilities preferred.
Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
