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Family of Kidz

Therapy and education for special needs

Behavior Technician

Mental & Behavioral HealthUpdated on Nov 10
Full-timeNew Hyde Park, NY, USA$21 - $24.75 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • Have a minimum of 6 months of experience working with children or adolescents with autism in a supervised applied behavior analysis setting.
  • Acquire and maintain a Registered Behavior Technician credential from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board within the first 90 days of employment.
  • Be able to work safely and directly with individuals who may exhibit aggression, self-injury, property destruction, or elopement.
  • Be able to frequently lift 50 pounds.
  • Be able to climb and descend staircases.
  • Be able to maintain varied postures, including kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting on the floor, and standing, for extended periods.
  • Be able to use quick body movements and physical management techniques as indicated in the Behavior Intervention Plan.
  • Maintain confidentiality of information about children and families in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Work collaboratively with clinical supervisors who are Board Certified Behavior Analysts to implement applied behavior analysis therapy principles and teaching procedures.
  • Collect behavior and skill acquisition data during sessions.
  • Use an electronic platform for data collection and graphing.
  • Implement Behavior Support Plans and Behavior Intervention Plans as directed.
  • Manage learners effectively while following physical crisis intervention protocols and ensuring a safe, supportive environment.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience working with challenging behaviors.
  • Enrollment in or completion of an undergraduate or graduate degree in psychology, education, applied behavior analysis, or a related field.
  • Bilingual ability.

About the Company

Family of Kidz

Therapy and education for special needs

Family of Kidz provides a range of therapeutic and educational services for individuals with special needs across the lifespan. A multi-disciplinary team delivers services such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), special instruction, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and mental health support, all aimed at understanding each person’s needs and teaching skills that increase independence and improve quality of life. The approach centers on tailoring supports to the individual and coordinating multiple specialists under one umbrella to address behavioral, educational, and developmental goals. Unlike providers who offer limited services, Family of Kidz combines multiple therapies and supports in one coordinated program, helping clients progress from birth through adulthood. The goal is to help individuals with special needs overcome barriers to progress and gain new skills for greater independence and better outcomes.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Town of North Hempstead, New York
Founded
2019

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