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The New England Center for Children

Behavior Assistant

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 8 weeks ago

Location: Southborough, MA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/30/2026

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What they do

A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.

$42,643 / year median in Massachusetts

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

Behavior Assistant Salary is determined based on individual experience, and the range may not include differentials which are based on team assignment. The salary range posted reflects the starting salary for the position and does not represent the maximum potential earnings. •3,000 Sign-on Bonus Your work. Their independence. Real impact every day. Are you caring, patient, and passionate about helping others? Join our Autism Residential Program in Southborough, MA - where we provide full training and hands-on experience to help you launch a rewarding career working with students with autism. As an Autism Behavior Technician, you ll: Teach communication, social, and daily living skills (ADLs) using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Build positive relationships and celebrate every success Collaborate with a supportive team of educators and clinicians Assist with educational program design and Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) development Receive paid training and coaching What You ll

Love:

We will train you! Generous vacation & personal time Career growth and advancement opportunities A fun, team-oriented environment Tuition reimbursement, health & wellness and many more perks The chance to make a lasting impact every day What You ll

Need:

High School Diploma or equivalent Compassion, patience and dedication to help autistic students who engage in challenging behaviors Valid Driver s License with personal vehicle American Red Cross CPR (can be completed with us during your first 6 months)

NECC CALM

training - Physical and Verbal De-escalation training Medication Administration training (ability to get MAP Certified)

What We Do:

NECC - One Powerful Place is a global leader in autism education and research. We provide a comprehensive structure to help children and young adults with autism through evidence-based services in home-based, day, and residential programs, in unison with ongoing research on educational best practices. NECC is committed to an inclusive culture where all students, employees, families, and partners feel welcome, safe, and valued. We believe that fostering diversity and equity makes us a stronger, more successful community. For more information, please visit: https://www.necc.org/dei/ •Sign-on bonuses can be adjusted or canceled at any time. All sign-on bonuses are confirmed at the time the formal offer is accepted and noted in the formal employment offer letter.