Part - Time Child Behavior Therapist (RBT) 12PM - 4PM

Lighthouse Autism Center•Champaign, IL

2h•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Lighthouse Autism Center is hiring a part-time Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to provide center-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children with autism. The role works one-on-one with children ages 18 months through school age, as part of a team of clinicians and behavior analysts. RBTs implement individualized therapy plans in a play-based, naturalistic setting, support children’s educational and social development, and help prepare them for transition to a more traditional school setting. The position includes paid training toward RBT certification and further training as employees progress through career levels.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Pass a background check and drug test at the time of hire.
Able to lift and carry more than 50 pounds and sustain impact to the body.
Able to run, crouch, squat, kneel for sustained periods, bend at the waist to touch knees or toes, and sit on the floor and in a chair for long periods.
Have full range of motion in hands and arms and be able to move quickly from standing to seated or kneeling without support.
Able to communicate expressively and receptively, verbally and in writing.
Passion for working with children with autism spectrum disorder and their families.
Eagerness to contribute to a caring, team-oriented company culture and commitment to consistently support a learner’s progress.

Nice To Haves

College degree.
Experience working with children.
Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one, center-based ABA therapy to children ages 18 months through school age.
Collaborate with clinicians and behavior analysts to implement individualized therapy plans.
Use play-based and naturalistic approaches during therapy.
Help children progress in educational and social settings and prepare for transition to a traditional school setting.
Track and document each child’s progress while implementing therapy programs.
Support children with autism and their families as part of a caring, team-oriented workplace.

Benefits

Paid training toward Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification and additional training as employees progress through career levels.
Tuition reimbursement toward master’s-level education in a needed field, with support toward BCBA certification.
Competitive salary and advancement opportunities, including potential progression from Trainee to RBT Trainer in 3 to 15 months with pay raises along the way.
Health, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one.
$20,000 life insurance coverage at no cost to the employee.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
401(k) retirement plan with company match after 30 days.
Three weeks of earned paid time off annually.
Eight paid holidays per year.
Paid parental leave.
Supportive and fun work environment.