Behavior Technician

Center for Autism and Related Disorders • Naperville, IL

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About The Position

The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) is seeking a Behavior Technician to implement Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment programs with patients and families under the direction of a Clinical Supervisor. Treatment plans address skill acquisition and reduction of challenging behavior and may take place at a CARD center, in a patient’s home or school, in the community, or via telehealth. Behavior Technicians report to the CARD Operations Manager and have no direct reports.

CARD is a founder-owned organization that provides individualized services to people with autism spectrum disorder. Its treatment approach is based on applied behavior analysis, and its mission is to help patients fulfill their potential and live joyful lives.

This is a part-time role with an hourly rate of $19.00–$23.00. Treatment may occur in indoor or outdoor environments, and employees may move among different locations during the workday.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Pass CARD’s initial Behavior Technician Training program, including a comprehensive written exam and field evaluation.
• Empathetic and compassionate, with the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to collaborate with team members while maintaining a positive, solution-focused attitude.
• Ability to work independently while providing direct patient treatment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Desire to continuously learn and develop skills.
• Willingness to work in a variety of locations, including centers and patients’ homes.
• Willingness to work with a variety of patients.
• Reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance for some locations.
• Ability to commit to at least six months of employment without major schedule or location changes.
• Ability to work with patients seated on the floor, in small chairs, or in other home, school, community, and clinic environments.
• Ability to move frequently throughout therapeutic settings and respond to patient movement, including bending, kneeling, crouching, running, sprinting, reaching, and quick movements.
• Ability to continuously visually track patients and surrounding items and circumstances.
• Ability to occasionally evade aggressive behavior or physically block attempts to aggress toward others; responding to behavior may occasionally require bearing a patient’s weight.
• Ability to articulate and model speech clearly and listen to and shape patients’ vocal communication.
• Ability to model gross and fine motor skills, such as climbing, jumping, clapping, and opening a container.
• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions when required by patients’ natural environments.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds while assisting patients.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct treatment to patients in individual or group settings under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor.
• Deliver treatment that meets CARD’s clinical quality standards.
• Collect and accurately record data on patient progress.
• Review and implement Clinical Supervisor feedback during each treatment session.
• Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Provide a safe and supportive environment for patients, families, and colleagues.
• Pursue personal growth and training opportunities to support clinical excellence.
• Maintain accurate and timely records.
• Comply with HIPAA requirements.
• Represent CARD professionally and ethically to internal and external stakeholders.
• Follow CARD policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Raises after training and milestone increases.
• Weekend pay differential of $1.50 per hour and holiday pay differential of $3.00 per hour.
• Flexible part-time schedule across multiple settings.
• Free virtual mental health support.
• Everyday discounts and BenefitHub savings.
• Rewards program offering gift cards and PTO.
• Paid BCAT certification, available up to three times, with a pay increase.
• Fieldwork Fellowship Program and career pathways to Senior BT, leadership, and BCBA roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED