Theplaceforchildrenwithautism
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
14701 S LaGrange Rd, 2nd Floor, Orland Park, IL 60462. Posted 2 days ago
The role
You will work one-on-one with children aged 2 to 8 who have Autism Spectrum Disorder, helping them build communication, social and daily-living skills. You will carry out therapy programs designed by Board-Certified Behavior Analysts, collect data and take part in team discussions about progress.
What you will do
- Work 1:1 with children aged 2 to 8 with Autism Spectrum Disorder, helping them learn communication, social and daily-living skills.
- Implement individualized therapy programs designed by Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs).
- Collect data and take part in team discussions about progress and strategy.
- Use play, movement and laughter to engage children and build skills.
- Partner with clients and their families in celebrating wins and solving challenges.
Required qualifications
- At least 18 years old.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Reliable transportation with a valid driver's license and insurance.
- Able to travel to other clinics to support when assigned.
- Able to bend, squat, lift up to 30 pounds and keep pace with active young children.
- Able to handle multiple tasks at once, such as guiding a child, taking notes and communicating with parents or clinical staff.
- Arrive on time each day and be ready to learn and take feedback.
Benefits
- 9 company holidays and 2 floating holidays.
- Accrual of vacation, paid leave, sick leave and wellness time.
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage.
- Disability and life insurance.
- Up to six weeks paid parental leave.
- 401k with company match up to 3%.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Commuter Spending Account and Dependent Care FSA.
- Monthly wellness reimbursement up to $25.
- RBT certification training fully paid, including up to 3 RBT exam and annual renewal fees.
- Pet insurance.
- Partnerships with universities offering courses toward certificates and degrees in behavioral therapy.
Before you apply
- You need RBT certification; the company pays for training and certification, and most new hires are ready to sit for the exam within 35 days of their start date.
- Hiring includes a background or qualification review that uses AI-assisted tools, with all hiring decisions made by humans.
About the company
The Place for Children with Autism is a therapy center whose team works to help children with autism thrive. The company describes itself as an Equal Opportunity Employer.