Behavior Therapist, Pediatric ABA - Clinic-Based

Gracent•Wheaton, IL

4d•$19 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

North Shore Pediatric Therapy is hiring an entry-level, clinic-based Behavior Therapist to work one-on-one with autistic children ages 2–12. The therapist implements treatment plans developed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and provides consistent, supportive care across sessions. The role involves spending most of the workday engaged with children and being on your feet. The organization practices assent-based, neuroaffirming care: following each child's lead, respecting boundaries, and building trust before skills. Therapists work alongside occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and mental health professionals in an interdisciplinary environment. Prior clinical experience is not required; training, paid RBT certification, and mentorship are provided. Starting pay is $19 per hour, increasing to $22.50 per hour upon RBT certification, which is supported and paid for. Performance-based raises are offered every six months. Full-time and part-time roles are available. Full-time schedules include Monday through Friday and Saturdays, with an 8 a.m. start. The posting lists full-time benefits including paid time off, insurance, retirement matching, professional development, and career-growth pathways.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to actively engage with children, including sitting on the floor, walking, and lifting up to 45 pounds.
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Real experience with children, such as babysitting, coaching, camps, classroom work, tutoring, or youth ministry, is sought; prior clinical experience is not required.
Ability to stay calm when situations are difficult, accept and use feedback, and show up consistently.

Nice To Haves

College coursework in psychology, education, or a related field.
Interest 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 consistent, supportive care from session to session.
Follow each child's lead, honor their boundaries, and build trust before working on skills.
Actively engage with children throughout most of the workday.

Benefits

Paid RBT certification and training.
Performance-based raises every six months.
$500+ referral bonus when a referred candidate is hired.
Free in-house continuing education units (CEUs) for all team members.
Full-time team members receive 13 accrued PTO days, 7 paid holidays, and 2 personal days in their first year.
Medical insurance, with Gracent covering 75% of the premium on average.
Dental and vision insurance.
Telemedicine for all employees.
Basic life, AD&D, hospital indemnity, and disability insurance.
Five tax-free spending accounts, including FSA, HSA, and dependent care accounts.
401(k) with a 4% company match.
$1,000+ scholarships for employees pursuing a master's or PhD in a clinical field.
BCBA supervision hours and test preparation support for graduate students.
Career growth tracks from BT to RBT to Lead RBT, or an RBT-to-BCBA pathway.