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Intensive Acute Behavioral Technician - Evenings & Weekends (Wichita, KS)

Integrated Behavioral Technologies$18/hrPark City, KSPart timePosted 1mo agoStill open, checked every night
  • Evenings
  • Weekends
  • Driver's license

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This posting states $18 an hour. Open behavioral health technician jobs in Kansas post a median of $20 an hour, the middle half $19–$21.25, across 19 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Behavioral health technicians employed in Kansas earn a median of $21.05 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

Job Description

Integrated Behavioral Technologies, Inc. (IBT) is a group of caring individuals whose goal is to provide children and their families with the behavioral therapy services they need to succeed. We are a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization that serves children across the state of Kansas with a focus on rural and low-income areas.

The Intensive Acute Behavioral Technician (IABT) provides direct, hands-on support to

individuals experiencing severe behavioral and mental health challenges, including aggression,

self-injurious behavior, trauma-related responses, and co-occurring (dual) diagnoses. This role

is critical in maintaining safety, implementing individualized behavior support plans, and

supporting stabilization across home, school, clinic, and community settings. The provider would have to work a minimum of 10 hours/week and the available hours that could be worked are: Mon-Fri, 3pm-7pm and Sat-Sun, 9am-4pm, but schedule can be flexible around class schedules and semesters .

The IABT works under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or

licensed clinician and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, caregivers, and, when

necessary, external systems such as crisis response teams and law enforcement.

Required Qualifications

In addition to the requirements for each role list above, applicants must:

  • High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, social work, or related field preferred)
  • Experience working with individuals with severe behavioral challenges, autism, or mental health conditions preferred
  • Ability to remain calm, responsive, and professional in high-stress or crisis situations
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends as needed
  • Ability to pass background checks and meet agency compliance requirements
  • Completion of Safety Care Training Curriculum
  • Completion of CPR
  • Completion OF IBT CBI Training Program
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

  • Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification or willingness to obtain within specified timeframe
  • Training in crisis intervention (e.g., CPI, Safety-Care, or similar)
  • Experience with dual diagnoses (developmental disabilities and mental health conditions)
  • Knowledge of trauma-informed care and applied behavior analysis (ABA) principles

Core Competencies

  • Crisis management and de-escalation
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Behavioral observation and data collection
  • Professional boundaries and ethical practice
  • Adaptability and critical thinking
  • Team collaboration

Responsibilities and Requirements

As part of their employment, employees must

  • Implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs), safety plans, and crisis protocols with high fidelity
  • Provide intensive, in-the-moment behavioral support during acute episodes (e.g., aggression, self-injury, elopement)
  • Utilize trauma-informed and person-centered approaches to de-escalate and stabilize individuals
  • Collect accurate, real-time data on behaviors, antecedents, and outcomes
  • Support development of functional communication, coping, and self-regulation skills
  • Maintain a safe environment for clients, caregivers, and team members
  • Assist with crisis prevention and intervention, including use of approved safety procedures
  • Collaborate with caregivers, therapists, school personnel, and interdisciplinary team members
  • Participate in team meetings, trainings, and ongoing professional development
  • Document sessions, incidents, and progress in accordance with agency and regulatory standards
  • Support community-based interventions, including outings, school support, and transition planning
  • Respond appropriately in situations that may involve emergency services or law enforcement

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

  • High-intensity work environment with potential exposure to aggressive or self-injurious behaviors
  • Ability to stand, move quickly, and implement physical safety interventions when

necessary

  • May include home, clinic, school, or community-based settings
  • Must be able to lift, block, or assist individuals as required for safety (per training and

policy)

Why This Role Matters

This position plays a vital role in supporting individuals with complex behavioral and mental

health needs to remain safely in their homes, schools, and communities - reducing the need for

hospitalization, out-of-home placement, or involvement with the legal system.

Additional Benefits and Bonuses Available!

Professional Development Assistance: Employees have the opportunity to receive in-house CPR and Safety Assist training and certification at significantly reduced or zero cost.

If full-time qualified, employees are eligible for

  • Medical/Dental/Vision benefits
  • Paid sick leave
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability (eligibility dependent upon average hours worked)
  • Short Term Disability (eligibility dependent upon avg hrs worked)
  • Supervision for BACB Certifications (as needed)
  • Tuition Discount
  • Professional memberships and resources
  • Professional development
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible site

If interested, apply today!

Job Types: Part-Time

Pay: $18/hr (Hourly pay can be negotiated based on education and experience)

From Integrated Behavioral Technologies's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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