Child Autism Therapy Support – Entry-Level, Paid Training

North Shore Pediatric Therapy•Chicago, IL

2d•$19 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

North Shore Pediatric Therapy is hiring entry-level Behavior Technicians at its Bucktown location in Chicago. Technicians work one-on-one with autistic children ages 2–12, implementing therapy plans developed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and providing consistent, supportive care. The role involves spending most of the workday actively engaged with children and being on your feet. The organization practices assent-based, neuroaffirming care: staff follow each child's lead, honor boundaries, and build trust while supporting skill development. Technicians collaborate with occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and mental health professionals. No prior clinical experience is required; paid training and support toward RBT certification are provided. The posting describes both full-time and part-time schedules and benefits, with part-time schedules requiring Saturdays.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Real experience with children, such as babysitting, coaching, camps, classroom work, tutoring, or youth ministry.
Ability to actively engage with children, including sitting on the floor, walking, and lifting up to 45 lbs.
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Ability to stay calm when situations become difficult, accept feedback, and use it constructively.

Nice To Haves

College coursework in psychology, education, or a related field.
Interest in careers in ABA, behavioral health, child psychology, special education, occupational therapy, or speech-language pathology.

Responsibilities

Work one-on-one with autistic children ages 2–12.
Implement therapy plans developed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Provide a consistent, supportive presence across therapy sessions.
Follow each child's lead, honor their boundaries, and build trust as part of assent-based, neuroaffirming care.
Actively engage with children throughout most of the workday.
Work alongside occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and mental health professionals.

Benefits

Paid RBT training and certification.
Performance-based raises every six months.
$500+ referral bonus when a referred person is hired.
Free in-house CEUs for all team members.
Full-time: 13 accrued PTO days, 7 paid holidays, and 2 personal days in the first year.
Full-time: medical insurance, with the employer covering an average of 75% of the premium.
Full-time: dental and vision insurance.
Telemedicine access for employees.
Full-time: basic life, AD&D, hospital indemnity, and disability insurance.
Full-time: five tax-free spending accounts, including FSA, HSA, and dependent care accounts.
Full-time: 401(k) with a 4% company match.
Full-time: scholarships of $1,000+ for employees pursuing a master's or PhD in a clinical field.
BCBA supervision hours and test-prep support for graduate students.
Employee Assistance Program with free counseling for part-time employees and their dependents.
Clear career growth tracks, including BT to RBT to Lead RBT and an RBT-to-BCBA pathway.