Behavioral Technician

Behavior Technician (Colorado Springs, CO)

Location:

3478 Research Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO 80920

Pay:

From $18.00 per hour About the

Role:

Lacuna Autism Services in Colorado Springs, CO is hiring Behavior Technicians to work 1:1 with children (ages 0-12) with autism. In this role, you'll provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to help children develop communication, daily living, feeding, and social skills. You'll collaborate with a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) , who will supervise approximately 5% - 10 % of your sessions , while you independently implement individualized treatment plans and collect data electronically to track progress. You'll also help children maintain safety and manage behaviors through compassionate, evidence-based strategies.

Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 ABA therapy to children with autism in clinic, home, and community settings. Teach daily living, toileting, language, feeding, and social skills. Collect data electronically to track skill acquisition and behavior reduction. Perform frequent kneeling, standing, running, and lifting as needed during sessions. Use de-escalation techniques and behavior intervention strategies for challenging behaviors (e.g., hitting, throwing, biting, elopement).

What You'll Need:

High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred. Ability to pass a background check prior to employment. Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license (required). Passion for helping children with autism reach their full potential. Consistent attendance and reliability to support client success. Ability to perform physical tasks (kneeling, standing, running, carrying). Completion of 40-hour RBT training prior to start. Must complete the RBT competency assessment and RBT exam within 30 days of starting.

Pay & Benefits:

Starting pay: $18/hr (before RBT exam); increases to $20/hr upon RBT certification. $500 sign-on bonus on your first paycheck. Full benefits (medical, dental, vision) after 30-60 days. Mileage reimbursement for travel. Paid training and continuous BCBA supervision and support. PTO accrual starting immediately. Paid holidays after 90 days. Monthly performance bonus for full-time RBTs after 6 months.

Job Details:

Full-time availability within 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM, Monday-Friday. Must commit to a minimum of 6 months of continuous employment for clinical training. Work in clinic, client homes, and community settings across Colorado Springs. Must be available at least 25 hours per week , consistently across 5 weekdays.

Apply Now:

If you're passionate about making a difference and ready to start a rewarding career in ABA, apply today to join the Lacuna Autism Services team in Colorado Springs!

Job Types:

Full-time, Internship Pay:

From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person