Behavior Technician

Why Join Orchid Academy in Wenatchee?

Orchid Academy is locally owned and rooted in our community. We opened an incredible facility in November and we're looking for passionate individuals who want to grow with us.

Here's why you'll love being part of our team:

Local Impact & Ownership

• Decisions are made right here, by a local team, not in a corporate office far away.
• You'll be part of a company that truly cares about our families, our community, and our staff.

A State-of-the-Art Facility

• Be one of the first team members in a brand-new, thoughtfully designed clinic.
• Shape the culture and join an incredible team from the ground up.

Career Growth & Mentorship

• Learn directly from two PhD-level local supervisors with deep experience and passion for ABA.
• Take part in student programs designed to help you become a BCBA.
• Access ongoing mentorship, professional development, and training — we invest in YOU.

Supportive Culture

• We care about you as a whole person — your growth, your goals, and your work-life balance.
• You'll find a team that celebrates wins together and supports each other daily.

Great Pay & Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive benefits package

Why Join Orchid as a Behavior Technician?

• Team First: we prioritize our team members because we know that happy employees lead to happy clients.
• Career Growth: we don't offer just a job; we are a stepping stone to a fulfilling career with training, mentorship, and professional development.
• Make a Difference: every day, you'll be creating life-changing outcomes for children and their families.

Our Core Values: Our team members live by our company core values...

• Creating life-changing outcomes!
• Maintaining a growth mindset!
• Finding joy in the work!
• Being a reliable and trustworthy team member!

What Our Team Says: "Our leadership truly cares about us. It's unlike any other place I've worked at!"

Our Ideal Teaching Assistants / Behavior Technicians Are:

• Team-oriented
• Creative & innovative thinker
• Life-long learner
• Problem-solving enthusiast
• Reliable & punctual
• Passionate about teaching kids
• Able to receive constructive feedback

Responsibilities of Behavior Technicians:

• Successfully complete Orchid's training institute to become a Behavior Technician!
• Implement the teaching programs designed by supervisors
• Ensure children are safe and engaged
• Manage positive client behavior
• Record accurate, real-time data and notes using digital tools
• Teach & promote communication, behavior, social, & daily living skills in a fun, play centered setting
• Communicate with team members in a timely and collaborative manner.
• Provide services within a limited driving distance in clinic, homes and the community
• Be CONSISTENTLY on time and RELIABLY available
• Be physically able to actively supervise young children with disabilities

Qualifications:

• Experience working with or teaching children ages 2-10 years old
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Fluent in use of an ipad or chrome book
• Access to reliable transportation
• Work setting: In clinic local to Wenatchee
• Education: High school or equivalent (Required)

Bonus Points For:

• A Certified Behavior Technician (CBT) or RBT license
• A BA or AA in Early Child or Elementary Education, Psychology, Social Work or other related fields
• At least 12 months experience in a role working in ABA with children ages 2-10 years
• Experience using online platforms to enter data and notes

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Opportunity to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with Orchid's support
• Health, dental, and vision insurance available for full time employees
• Simple IRA matching program for full time
• PTO
• Paid training
• Professional developmental assistance
• Referral program

Ready to make a difference in the lives of children and families? Join the Orchid team and shape the future of kids who need you. Apply Now!