Great work for someone who likes kids. Definitely challenges you to become a better person, working with kids with autism isn’t easy, but it’s super rewarding.
What I wish was different
Slightly less intensive training, if it was more spread out, I think it would help.
Advice
Go for it, even if you have no experience, it’s something that gives you lots of perspective.
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Behavioral Technician
June 2017 • Woburn, MA
What I liked
Every day is different.
What I wish was different
Nothing.
Advice
Great experience.
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Behavioral Technician
May - October 2019 • Hillsboro, OR
What I liked
The kids I worked with
What I wish was different
The amount of work I had to do outside of my scheduled hours
Advice
You must be extremely resilient to do this job
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Behavioral Therapist
May - August 2018 • Sterling, VA
What I liked
I loved that I got to interact with children and I got to put my knowledge that I have learned in my psychology classes to use.
What I wish was different
I really dont think i could have asked for a better summer internship!
Advice
Always be prepared for anything that could come at you!
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Behavior Therapist
May 2018 • Anaheim Hills, CA
What I liked
Being able to work with kids on the spectrum in different environments. It kept the job interesting and I was able to make a difference in kids' lives.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Behavior Technician
August 2017 • Fremont, CA
What I liked
I love that I am able to integrate the skills and information I get from classes into my work everyday. Undergoing training and receiving feedback periodically about my work has helped me become more professional and assertive when it comes to meeting goals.
What I wish was different
n/a
Advice
Working with children seems very challenging, but the reward of being a part of their growth is an indescribable feeling. Being open-minded with constructive criticism and quickly fixing mistakes is key in this field.
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Behavioral Health Technician
May 2016 • Bakersfield, CA
What I liked
I enjoy working with children and having an additional position to add hours as well as serve my job in another way other than a behavioral technician.
What I wish was different
I wish that the administration team would have been different in terms of approaching difficult situations. I wish that adjustments towards common complaints would have been implemented to better accommodate its staff. I wish the company was geared towards employee satisfaction as well as client satisfaction rather than profit centered.
Advice
I will share that this job is good for students who want to work part time. Although I am not completely satisfied with this job, it is part time and they will accommodate for your availability. The staff is not ideal, but your coworkers will make this job a good experience.
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Therapist Liaison
August 2017 • Santa Clara, CA
What I liked
This is a company with lots of opportunity for upward growth.
What I wish was different
Advice
Be your own driver.
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Behavioral Technician
May 2017 • Stoughton, MA
What I liked
I really liked working with the children with autism because they are so loving and caring and fun to be around. Also, this experience has taught me more about teaching and lead my career jounrey into being a special education teacher.
What I wish was different
I wish I had more time to spend with each child because each one was so differnet and amazing.
Advice
I hope people reach out from their comfort zone and try to do different experinces because it could shape them to see something new. It could change their whole career path and that is what is amazing to see.
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Behavior Technician
July 2018 • Beaverton, OR
What I liked
Learning so much about human behavior!
What I wish was different
A little more training.
Advice
Jump right in and don't be afraid to make mistakes - that's how we learn!
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Behavior Therapist
June - August 2017 • Woburn, MA
What I liked
I learned so much in behavioral therapy training and working with kids with Autism. Seeing the kids grow and learn is gratifying.
What I wish was different
Advice
You are paid a small amount compared to the effort this job takes, but the experience and knowledge you gain is valuable.
