(CHI) Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

ABA Therapy for Autism•Lincoln Park, MI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Action Behavior Centers is hiring a full-time Registered Behavior Technician to provide one-on-one, play-based ABA therapy to children ages 18 months to 8 years at its ABC Clinic in Lincoln Park, Illinois. The role follows a predictable Monday–Friday schedule from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with optional Saturdays based on patient needs. The position offers guaranteed full-time hours, paid training, and fully covered RBT certification for candidates who need to complete certification after hire. Candidates must be willing to complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire; the posting also states that active RBT certification is required. Technicians follow personalized treatment plans, collect session data, and help children learn through play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities. The work involves maintaining an active pace and keeping the therapy environment clean, organized, and safe while collaborating with a supportive team. ABC describes opportunities to grow into Clinical Administrator or Operations Manager roles, or to pursue BCBA roles through its Everest Program. The posting lists hourly pay by education and previous ABA experience: $17.05–$23.50 for a high school diploma or associate degree, $19–$27 for a bachelor’s degree, and $20–$28 for a master’s degree. It also advertises raises every six months, health insurance with 90% coverage, dental and vision benefits, 10 paid holidays, 10 PTO days, two flex days, Friday lunch, DoorDash DashPass, the Calm app, and student loan repayment support.

Requirements

Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification is identified as required; the posting also says candidates must be willing to complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.
At least 18 years old.
High school diploma.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Comfortable sitting, standing, crouching, and frequently getting on and off the floor.
Able to maintain an active pace while working with young children.
Reliable attendance and punctuality.
Team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one, play-based ABA therapy to children ages 18 months to 8 years.
Follow personalized treatment plans and collect session data.
Help children learn through play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities.
Stay active and engaged throughout therapy sessions.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment.
Collaborate with a supportive team focused on helping children grow and succeed.
Occasionally support a nearby ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed.

Benefits

Guaranteed full-time hours.
Raises every six months.
Health insurance covered at 90%.
Dental benefits.
Vision benefits.
10 paid holidays.
10 PTO days.
Two flex days.
Free Friday lunch.
DoorDash DashPass.
Calm app.
Student loan repayment support.
Paid training and fully covered RBT certification.
Supportive, team-focused work environment.
Career growth opportunities, including potential advancement into Clinical Administrator, Operations Manager, and BCBA roles.