Hourly Rate: $22.00 – $26.00
ORGANIZATION
The Center for Autism and Related Disorders is seeking highly motivated professionals to join our team. As a member of our growing, founder-owned organization, you’ll have the opportunity to join a well-established, mission-driven industry leader focused on helping people with autism live their best lives. CARD offers a dynamic work environment where your talents and skills will be valued and rewarded. The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) is among the world’s largest and most experienced organizations effectively treating individuals of all ages who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. CARD treats autistic individuals using the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA), which is empirically proven to be the most effective method addressing the behaviors and deficits commonly associated with autism. With locations throughout the US, CARD’s mission is to provide top-quality services that help every patient fulfill their potential and live joyful lives. Through its network of trained behavior technicians, Board Certified Behavior Analysts, and researchers, CARD develops and implements quality, comprehensive, and individualized treatment programs that lead to success.
333 Abbott St. Salinas, California 93901
WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE:
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Earn more: Raises after training + milestone increases; weekend (+$1.50/hr) & holiday pay (+$3.00/hr)
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Grow fast: BT Levels 1–5 + hands-on ABA experience
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Flexible work: Part-time schedule across multiple settings
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Great support: Free virtual mental health + everyday discounts
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Career path: Clear growth from BT to advanced roles
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Extra perks: Rewards program (gift cards/PTO) + BenefitHub savings
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Education boost: BCAT certification paid (up to 3x) + pay increase
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Long-term future: Fieldwork Fellowship Program, Pathways to Senior BT, leadership, and BCBA roles
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Behavior Technicians implement Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment programs with CARD patients and families under the direction of a Clinical Supervisor. Treatment plans are designed to address skill acquisition as well as challenging behavior reduction and may occur in a variety of settings including the CARD center, patient’s home, school, community, or via telehealth. Behavior Technicians report to the CARD Operations Manager. This position has no direct reports.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide direct treatment to patients under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor in a 1:1 or group environment
Provide treatment that exceeds CARD’s clinical quality standards
Collect and record data on patient progress with high fidelity
Review and implement Clinical Supervisor feedback during each treatment session
Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, families, and colleagues
Provide a safe and supportive environment for patients, families, and colleagues
Seek personal growth and training opportunities to ensure clinical excellence
Maintain accurate and timely records
Always maintain compliance with HIPAA requirements
Represent CARD professionally and ethically to internal and external stakeholders
Adhere to CARD policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Must pass initial CARD Behavior Technician Training program, including passing a comprehensive written exam and field evaluation
Experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Empathetic and compassionate individual with the ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Ability to work collaboratively with team members while maintaining a positive and solution focused attitude
Ability to work independently while providing direct treatment to patients
An effective communicator in both verbal and written formats
Demonstrate excellent time management skills and the ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment
Desire to continuously learn and develop skillsets
Willingness to work in a variety of locations (center, patient home, etc.)
Willingness to work with a variety of patients
Reliable means of transportation with proof of auto insurance for some locations
Ability to commit to at least six months of employment without major changes in schedule or location
English proficiency, both verbal and written, is required
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Treatment may occur in a variety of settings including the patient’s home, the CARD center, the patient’s school, the community, or via telehealth. Behavior Technicians work in environments that are both indoors and outdoors and may move between different locations throughout the course of the workday.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Be able to work with patients who are seated on the floor, in small chairs, or other home, school, community and clinic environments
Move frequently throughout the therapeutic setting to gather materials, anticipate, and respond to the movement of a patient, and/or provide instruction in a variety of settings, such as school, playground, clinic, or community locations
Constantly position oneself to participate and respond to the movements and behaviors of patients, including but not limited to bending to assist a patient, kneeling/crouching to teach a play skill, hurrying to block an open doorway, or reaching to prevent a patient from entering a traffic congested street
Be able to utilize continuous visual tracking to monitor the movement of patients, as well as the items and circumstances in the surrounding environment
Occasionally move to evade aggressive behaviors and/or physically block attempts to aggress towards others. Responding to behaviors may occasionally require bearing weight of a patient who is leaning, pushing, etc.
Frequently teach patients to use vocal speech. Must be able to articulate sound and model speaking clearly, as well as listen to and shape vocal communication of patients
Occasionally use modeling to teach gross motor skills, such as climbing or jumping, and fine motor skills such as clapping or opening a container
Work in both indoor and outdoor settings as they relate to the patient’s natural environment, which may include being outdoors in a variety of weather conditions (e.g., community skills, recess in a school setting, etc.)
Be able to lift up to 30 lbs. while assisting patients
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