Behavior Assistant
Company: CENTRO DE LA FAMILIA
Role summary
Behavior Assistant is a role at CENTRO DE LA FAMILIA in Alamosa, Colorado, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-26. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.
- Job title
- Behavior Assistant
- Company
- CENTRO DE LA FAMILIA
- Location
- Alamosa, Colorado, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Experience level
- 0-2
- Degree required
- No
- Date posted
- 2026-08-26
You have a fantastic opportunity here to make a real difference in the lives of children and families by providing hands-on behavioral support. It is an ideal entry-level role if you are looking to start a career in human services, especially since no degree is required to get your foot in the door.
Job description
Description
Overview
If you're passionate about supporting children’s social, emotional, and behavioral development and making a meaningful difference in their lives, we have a special opportunity for you. We're seeking a dedicated Behavior Assistant to join our team and provide individualized support that helps children build positive behaviors, develop essential skills, and thrive in a nurturing learning environment.
Key areas of responsibility
Partner with the Behavior Specialist to implement program-wide and child-specific strategies and procedures.
Use reflective practices to support teachers in the consistent and accurate implementation of program-wide and child-specific strategies and procedures.
Maintain accurate documentation of mental health services for children.
Provide training on program-wide and child-specific strategies and procedures.
Complete a minimum of 15 clock hours of professional development per year.
Other duties as designed.
Requirements
Qualifications
A minimum of a high school diploma. RBT Certification (Registered Behavior Technician) or ability to earn certification within four weeks of hire.
Experience working with young children (0-5) in educational or mental health settings.
Strengths-based, non-punitive approach to behavior. Knowledge of social-emotional development and trauma-informed care.
Bilingual English Spanish preferred. Pass a criminal history, background, and sex offender registry check. A driver’s license, auto insurance, reliable transportation, and a safe driving record. Complete an employment physical exam.
Be available to travel to centers throughout the service area and agency. Be available to occasionally work evenings and weekends as required.
Competencies
Success in this position requires competence in the following areas:
Use of Microsoft Office software suite (e.g., Office 365, Teams, Sharepoint).
Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage time and resources efficiently.
Ability to collect and interpret behavioral data
Strong intrapersonal skills, including self-awareness, emotional regulation, professional presence, and enthusiasm.
Ability to manage crises and support de-escalation
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to build positive, strengths-based relationships that are culturally responsive and trauma-informed.
Strong interpersonal, coaching, and team-building skills.
Ability to support children, families, and staff from diverse cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.