Behavior Technician - Mount Pleasant, PA

Behavior Technician

• Mount Pleasant, PA Merakey $18.50 / hr medical insurance, life insurance, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Mount Pleasant Apr 05, 2026 Back Behavior Technician #108338 Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Position Type Fee for Service Shift 1st Shift
• no week-ends Work Schedule 8:30am-3:15pm Requirements Our ideal candidate will possess the following skills: Minimum of a high school diploma or general educational development (GED) is required. Availability to work Full Day of 8:15 am
• 3:15 pm Monday
• Friday 3-6 months of experience working with people with developmental disabilities preferred.

Experience working with children with autism is preferred. Description Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Behavior Technician to join our team at our program in

MT PLEASANT, PA.

If you are a Paraprofessional, Registered Behavior Technician, Behavior Health Technician, or a Personal Care Aide, this is the opportunity for you! No experience required

• we provide PAID training. Earn $ 18.50/hour. Monday
• Friday Ful School Day 8:30am
• 3:15pm.

As a Behavior Technician you will work one on one in our school setting, where you will have the opportunity to work with a wide variety of autistic/emotional support students who are all unique and amazing! Following each child's Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP), you will help the student achieve their academic and behavioral goals. Your dedication and empathy will help our students learn in a trauma-informed environment. In this role, you will be part of a team where you can have fun and be an integral part of our students' development. Complete timely ongoing data collection, including parent/staff correspondence and all required documentation. Provide behavioral interventions and physical interventions as needed. Physical interventions may range from simple prompting and/or guided transport up to, and including, physical restraint of client. Interventions vary based on program regulations and appropriate training is provided based on same. Monitor client performance and record relevant data to assess progress. Accompany and assist client(s)/student(s) with activities and daily living which may include assisting with toileting and grooming. Collaborate with families and team for continuity of care. Provide behavioral interventions and physical interventions as needed. Physical interventions may range from simple prompting and/or guided transport up to, and including, physical restraint of client. Interventions vary based on program regulations and appropriate training is provided based on same. Implement and follow through with client/student behavior plan as well as individualized reinforcement systems for individual client assigned. Complete required training(s)as assigned. Other duties as assigned. To make a difference in a child's life

• apply today at www.merakey.org/careers Benefits Merakey offers benefits tailored to support your unique work arrangements. DailyPay
• access your pay when you need it! Retirement plan
• both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions. Voluntary limited benefits offered through the American Worker. Offerings include limited
• medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. (
• not a substitute for major medical insurance).

Access to Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services (for FFS employees working at least 170 hours per quarter). Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Enjoy our On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources. Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes. About Merakey Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!