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Centria Healthcare

Behavioral Health Technician

April 2019 - November 2020 • Marlborough, MA

What I liked

I loved working one on one with kids and understanding what it is really like to be out on the field.

What I wish was different

I wish that I had more consistent supervision so that I could have better served the children I was working with.

Advice

Enjoy every moment, and treat each child as your own because you are playing such a big role in their lives.
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Behavioral Health Technician

May - August 2020 • Brighton, MI

What I liked

Helping children with ASD become more independent.

What I wish was different

N/A

Advice

Have experience working with combative patients.
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ABA technician

September 2020 • Battle Creek, MI

What I liked

It was a great a fulfilling experience. Working with the clients and giving therapy really helped with my medical career

What I wish was different

I had a few problems regarding payments. payroll would have issues paying for 2 weeks

Advice

you have to go in with an open mind, making sure you are treating your clients with respect.
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Registered behavior technician

August 2018 • Walker, MI

What I liked

Flexible schedule

What I wish was different

Longer shifts

Advice

Try to get morning shifts if possible
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Behavioral Health Technician

August - November 2019 • Big Rapids, MI

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

Don't go with Centria.
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Behavior Technician

June 2019 • Grand Rapids, MI

What I liked

The real-world therapy experience. Also, becoming exposed to the world of ABA therapy and ASD.

What I wish was different

I wish that I could have started working earlier into the summer and that I could have worked full-time.

Advice

For anybody starting out as an ABA therapist, make sure you start off with a case that you feel comfortable with!
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Behavior technician

June 2019 • Beaverton, OR

What I liked

Rewarding environment, never stale.

What I wish was different

The training was very intensive.

Advice

Don’t take the training for granted, and don’t be afraid to be your own advocate.
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Behavior Technican

May - August 2019 • Wyoming, MI

What I liked

Loved the kiddos and seeing progress every week and also the learning that you gain from your coworkers and experiences.

What I wish was different

I wish there was more time to shadow other clients and their kiddo to learn different techniques for different situations.

Advice

Go in with a big heart and ready to take in all the advice you are given - it is all constructive criticism designed to help you learn and grow.
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Behavioral Health Technician

May 2018 - September 2019 • Southfield, MI

What I liked

I enjoyed being able to work with a unique population. Seeing the progress of the kiddo overtime really made me feel good about what I was doing.

What I wish was different

A little more flexibility as far as what we could and couldn't do. Maybe better pay.

Advice

Have to be open minded and also gentle when working with this population.
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Behavior Technician

April 2019 • St. Joseph, MI

What I liked

Helping my client and the close knit group of co-workers

What I wish was different

Better communication on objectives

Advice

Make sure you apply far before the time that you wish to be working with a client
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Behavior Technician

May 2019 • Farmington, MI

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

For aspiring behavior technicians I would advise them to have good patience and be kind to the kiddos they are working with.
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Behavior Technician

May - August 2019 • Farmington Hls, MI

What I liked

I got to pick when I wanted to work.

What I wish was different

More organization between people communicating, I never knew who to go to for things at the beginning.

Advice

Always shadow ahead of time as much as you can, you'll learn the most through that.
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Behavioral Health Technician

December 2018 • Grand Rapids, MI

What I liked

The kids!

What I wish was different

More support from Case Service Managers.

Advice

Believe in yourself. Some days are hard, but you'll get through it. Your kid and you will be better for it.
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Behavioral technician

January - August 2019 • Wyandotte, MI

What I liked

Working with children. Working in general.

What I wish was different

not So focused on hours of therapy. But if the child was improving or not

Advice

It’s great to experience working with all walks of life.
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Behavioral Health Technician

January - July 2018 • Grand Rapids, MI

What I liked

I enjoyed the various tasks associated with being a BT and how not every day was the same. I also enjoyed getting to know my client and forming a relationship where I can be effective in their developmental process.

What I wish was different

I would have loved to get more support from other Behavioral Technicians and to get more input about my performance.

Advice

You need to be very perseverant and patient, but it is all worth it.
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ABA Therapist

June 2018 • Portland, OR

What I liked

Getting to work and interact with autistic children on a daily basis.

What I wish was different

I wish I could have been able to have more clients and help more children.

Advice

Even if you’re not sure if you’re going to like a job, go for it anyway, it might surprise you.
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ABA Tech

June 2017 • Sterling Heights, MI

What I liked

Super friendly company! Provide you with everything you need for the job and will constantly continue to help you.

What I wish was different

Advice

It's a lot of work but so worth it at the end.
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