Behavior Therapist/Registered Behavior Technician

EASTERSEALS CENTRAL ILLINOIS•Bloomington, IL

5d•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Easterseals Central Illinois is hiring clinic-based behavior therapists to provide direct Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children with challenging behaviors and autism spectrum disorders. Therapists work under the direct supervision of Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), who assess clients, design treatment protocols, and provide ongoing training to behavior technicians. Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) use ABA principles to help children and their families by teaching replacement skills and reducing challenging behaviors. The role may involve working with clients typically aged 3–16 in one-to-one, group, home, or community settings. Clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Both full-time positions (30–40 hours per week) and part-time positions (up to 29 hours per week) are available; part-time schedules are consistent week to week and must fall within clinic hours. Full-time staff receive a one-hour lunch and one hour of documentation time daily. RBT certification is not required at hire. Candidates without the certification begin as Behavior Technicians and may transition to an RBT role after passing the certification exam. Paid training is provided through online video modules, role-playing with other RBTs, and hands-on implementation with BCBA assistance. Easterseals pays the one-time certification exam fee and annual renewal costs. The RBT role has three levels, with merit increases as employees progress. Expected pay is $16.00–$18.00 per hour, with actual pay determined by certification status and education level. Benefits include paid time off and holidays subject to eligibility, insurance options, a 401(k) with employer match, employee support and discounts, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Exceptional customer service skills.
Demonstrated computer skills, including word processing, data processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software.
Ability to supervise children safely and independently.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children with disabilities, autism diagnoses, or problem behaviors.
Experience with Applied Behavior Analysis.
Bachelor's degree in a B.A. or B.S. program.
Registered Behavior Technician certification.

Responsibilities

Provide direct therapy to children using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.
Teach clients ready-to-learn, play, functional living, communication, and social skills.
Follow behavior intervention plans written by Board Certified Behavior Analysts to reduce challenging behavior and increase replacement skills.
Collect data on therapy programs and behavior plans to support evidence-based decision-making.
Create materials for clients as needed.
Communicate with families before and after therapy sessions.
Safely and independently supervise children.

Benefits

Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick, and personal time for eligible employees working 16 or more hours per week.
Christmas Eve through New Year's Day holiday shutdown for eligible employees working 16 or more hours per week.
Five paid holidays per year for employees working 40 hours per week.
Additional PTO hours for volunteering with Easterseals.
Group health insurance for eligible staff working 30 or more hours per week.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options.
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care expenses.
Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
Voluntary life and AD&D coverage options for employees and their families.
Supplemental short-term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage options.
401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support.
Employee discounts through PerkSpot and local gym partnerships.
Annual professional development and CEU allowance.
New employee referral bonus.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness program eligibility.
Paid training time.
Employer-paid RBT certification exam and annual renewal costs.