Behavior Skills Technician

The Capstone Center (www.thecapstonecenter.com) is currently seeking behavioral skills technicians to provide services in the Wayne, NJ area. The behavior technician will provide 1:1 services to children with autism spectrum disorder. Services will be delivered in-home and at our center in Wayne, NJ. We will provide on-site supervision and training. We are looking for energetic individuals who are available on a full time basis.

Specific duties may include, but are not limited to:

• 1:1 services to children, adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorder using the principles of behavior 
• Accompany learners in community outings (e.g., diner, supermarket)
• Provide in-home services, if necessary
• Assist in organization, maintenance, and cleaning of physical space, as needed
• Prepare materials for learner programs
• Graph data daily using Microsoft Excel or other
• Collect data daily using ACE, paper and pencil, or other
• Participation in all staff training days
• Participate in Telehealth sessions when applicable
• Uphold confidentiality and abuse and molestation policies
• Receive positive and corrective feedback in a professional manner
• Follow all The Capstone Center protocols and policies

Job Requirements:

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in psychology, special education, or related field
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license to travel to work at our center or home/off-site locations
• Must be available to work 32.5 hours per week, which may include nights and weekends
• Must be available to work from 8:30 am–3:30 pm, Monday through Friday, plus any applicable home sessions
• Work location can be the The Capstone Center, learner’s home, an off-site location, or a combination of any of these locations
• Regular and timely communication with supervisors while employed with The Capstone Center
• Physical & emotional considerations: 
  • Can lift at least 50 lbs
  • Can stand and ambulate for prolonged periods
  • Agility to block and manage problem behavior
  • Can kneel or squat for prolonged periods
  • Maintain mental and emotional health
• Pass a state and federal background check
• Proof of a negative TB test within the past year
• Work in a school and home setting with children with special needs
• Obtain (if applicable) and maintain RBT certification with no lapse in your credentials

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based upon experience and education, starting at $24.00/hour
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development reimbursement and days
• Medical, dental, and visions benefits
• Life insurance
• Employee referral bonus

The Capstone Center was formed in 2016 with the mission to provide evidence-based intervention to children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder and their families. It was established with the common goal of providing the highest quality of intervention through applied behavior analysis. With decades of experience, research, and leadership in the industry, the management and staff have developed highly individualized programs with the goal of helping our learners and their families to live productive and independent lives.