Behavior Technician - Richmond - Hiring for the 2026/2027 School Year!

Behavior Technician - Richmond

Salary Range $16.00 - $18.00 Hourly Level Entry Position Type Full-Time/Part-Time Job Shift Day Education Level High School Travel Percentage No Travel Required Category Entry Level

Description

Come join the Dominion Care team and be a Behavior Technician where you'll work with students with academic, behavioral, emotional and physical challenges. You will help them grow and thrive through evidence-based, therapeutic support. You'll be part of a passionate team that values not only the people we serve, but also the professionals who make it all possible. Come join an award-winning, accredited organization that offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits!

Dominion Care is a premier provider in which our passionate and innovative team will deliver sustainable, quality, whole-person care through a full continuum of therapeutic services to empower individuals in the development of skills necessary for success. We envision a society in which all people achieve their full potential for health, education, and well-being across the lifespan.

As a Dominion Care employee, you will enjoy:

• Competitive Hourly Pay! Starting pay is $16/hr to $18/hr, based on experience
• College Tuition Reimbursement
• Millage Reimbursement
• Dental & Vision
• Medical insurance
• PTO
• Professional Development Training
• AAA Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 15K Life Insurance Policy
• 401K
• Optional Pet Insurance
• Award Winning Company: Dominion Care won Top Workplaces in the Healthcare Industry!
• Accreditations: Dominion Care Academy and the Dominion Care ABA Therapy and Education Center, schools of Dominion Care are accredited by VAISEF (Virginia Association of Independent Specialized Education Facilitates). Dominion Care is accredited by CARF (Commission of Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities).
• Core Values: TRACK
• Teamwork
• Relationship Building & Communication
• Accountability
• Customer/Client Focus
• Know Yourself

REQUIREMENTS:

• Two years experience in child development, preferably in a day school setting.
• A minimum of a High School Diploma with the above required experience.

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE:

Assist in providing instruction to individual or small groups of students and staff in a therapeutic special education learning environment; to monitor and report student progress regarding behavior and performance; and to perform a variety of other duties relative to assigned area of responsibility as deemed appropriate by the Principal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reinforce and/or provide positive behavior support to individuals or small groups of students in a special education learning environment as directed by the administration.
• Observe and control behavior of students inside and outside of classroom according to approved procedures; report progress regarding behavior to teacher; assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance.
• Provide support to the school by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, and operating various educational equipment as needed; confer with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student's needs.
• Perform a variety of clerical duties as necessary such as: preparation of behavioral materials, recording points, taking attendance, and maintaining records and files.
• Recognizing that the well-being of our students is paramount, ensure their health and safety by following all health and safety rules and regulations.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required, including acting as a substitute for absent teachers or teacher assistants.

About the Company: At Dominion Care, founded in 1999, Care is what we do. From children to adults, families to individuals, our passionate mental health care providers across the state of Virginia are backed by accredited, evidence-based, and innovative therapeutic services and education for children, adults as well as the families that care for them. Over time, services have expanded to include academic, emotional, and behavioral support in private and public settings; community-based mental health; care for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities; outpatient therapy, psychological assessments, psychiatric medication management, and substance abuse services, regardless of age.