Job Overview
Behavior Technician – Work with Kids – Paid Training.
The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) is now HIRING!
North Sacramento Area.
About CARD:
The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) is the world’s oldest and largest autism treatment provider effectively treating individuals of all ages who are diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Founded in 1990, CARD now has more than 230 locations throughout the United States. If you are interested in working with individuals affected by autism spectrum disorder and/or with exceptional needs, we invite you to explore CARD’s job postings with the knowledge that CARD provides all training, including extensive initial and ongoing training and support. CARD is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Description:
Behavior technicians implement center, school, community, and home-based treatment programs for CARD patients and their families using applied behavior analysis (ABA). CARD behavior technicians are an integral part of the therapy team as their work directly contributes to patient and family success. Behavior technicians report to the CARD behavior analysts. In addition to frequent interactions as part of the therapy team, behavior technicians receive individualized mentorship from experienced behavior analysts to ensure the highest quality service. This is an hourly, non-exempt, part-time position.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Eager, energetic, and passionate demeanor.
- Willing to work with children with exceptional needs.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Your own vehicle with proof of auto insurance or another reliable means of transportation.
- Availability of weekdays (Mon-Fri between 8 am-8 pm)- very flexible schedule.
Responsibilities and Duties:
The CARD Behavior Technician will be trained to work with children and teens with exceptional needs and their families/caregivers.
Acquire valuable career skills, such as:
- Understand autism and how to treat the deficits and behaviors associated with the diagnosis.
- Learn applied behavior analysis (ABA) principles and procedures.
- Implement treatment plans across multiple domains, including language, social, cognitive, executive functions, adaptive, and independent living, as well as pre-employment and vocational skills.
- How to implement ABA programs in the natural environment, such as the home, school, place of employment, and community.
- Work with applications, games, and web-based technology via an iPad.
Perks and Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience and geographic region.
- Comprehensive paid initial and ongoing training.
- Flexible part-time schedules.
- Travel time pay and mileage reimbursement.
- Paid sick time & opportunities for paid holidays.
- Sponsorship to earn credentials to advance your career including the Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) and the Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).
- Monthly socials, training, and awards.
- Educational Assistance Program for Master’s in psychology and/or Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) preparation program.
www.centerforautism.com
About CARD – Woodland Hills:
The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) is among the world’s largest and most experienced autism treatment providers and the third largest non-governmental organization in the United States contributing to autism research. CARD was founded in 1990 by leading autism expert and clinical psychologist Doreen Granpeesheh, PhD, BCBA-D. CARD diagnoses, assesses, and treats individuals of all ages who are affected by autism spectrum disorder (ASD) at treatment centers throughout the United States and around the globe. CARD treats individuals with ASD using the principles and procedures of applied behavior analysis (ABA), which is empirically proven to be the most effective method for treating individuals with ASD and recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the US Surgeon General.
