Behavior Technician

Behavior Technician - School Setting (1:1 Support)

Contract | 12 Weeks | 32 hrs/week

Start Date: ASAP

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-3:45 PM

Location: School-Based Assignment

Compensation: $28/hr

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Behavior Technician to provide one-to-one support at the elementary level.

Assignment Details

Comfortability with the following required:

• Eloping from the classroom (requiring staff to follow them throughout the building and guide them back).

• Swearing or verbal outbursts.

• Occasional physical behaviors such as hitting or kicking staff (not high-level aggression and not typically resulting in serious injury).

The Behavior Technician will work closely with classroom teachers, behavior specialists, and school staff to implement behavior plans consistently and provide a safe, structured environment for students.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 behavioral support to assigned student(s) throughout the school day.

• Redirect students who leave the classroom and safely encourage their return.

• Follow and implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs).

• Assist with de-escalation strategies and crisis prevention techniques as needed.

• Document behavioral data and daily notes as required by the school team.

• Support the student's engagement in academic and social activities.

• Maintain a calm, professional demeanor during challenging moments.

Requirements

• Experience working with children with behavioral or emotional needs (school or clinical setting preferred).

• Comfort working with students who may display mild to moderate physical behaviors.

• Ability to stay on the move and follow students throughout the building as needed.

• Strong communication skills and teamwork mindset.

• Reliability and consistency, especially in maintaining a predictable routine for students.

Contract Details

• Hours per week: 32

• Shift: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-3:45 PM

• Contract Length: 12 weeks

• Start Date: March 19, 2026

• Openings: 1

Interested in applying? Let's connect!

Elizabeth Meehan | Recruiter

[email protected]

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent required

• Two (2) years of pediatric experience preferred

• Current CPR if applicable

• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.