Registered Behavior Technician - RBT
About The Position
The Place for Children with Autism is hiring a full-time Registered Behavior Technician/Behavior Therapist to work with children ages 2–8 with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The therapist helps children develop communication, social, and daily-living skills through individualized therapy programs designed by Board-Certified Behavior Analysts. No prior experience is required; the company provides fully paid comprehensive training to support employees in earning RBT certification, with many new hires ready to sit for certification within 35 days of starting. The role is based at the Elgin, Illinois clinic and follows a daytime schedule. Therapists work one-on-one with children, use play and movement to support learning, collect data, participate in discussions about progress and strategy, and collaborate with families and clinical staff. The position involves active engagement with children, including bending, squatting, and lifting up to 30 pounds. Employees must be able to travel to other clinics when assigned. The company offers structured onboarding, paid RBT certification support, advancement pathways, development programs, and university partnerships that provide access to further education. The workplace emphasizes collaboration, inclusion, employee well-being, and high standards of care.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and insurance.
- Be able to travel to other clinics to provide support when assigned.
- Be able to bend, squat, lift up to 30 pounds, and keep pace with energetic children during play and activities.
- Be punctual, receptive to feedback, ready to learn, and able to bring a positive, collaborative attitude.
Nice To Haves
- Registered Behavior Technician certification; certified RBTs are eligible for the advertised sign-on bonus.
Responsibilities
- Work one-on-one with children ages 2–8 with Autism Spectrum Disorder to help them develop communication, social, and daily-living skills.
- Implement individualized therapy programs designed by Board-Certified Behavior Analysts.
- Collect data and participate in team discussions about client progress and treatment strategies.
- Use play, movement, and creative engagement to promote children's skill-building and growth.
- Partner with clients and their families to celebrate progress, problem-solve challenges, and support each child's development.
- Keep the therapy environment organized, safe, and welcoming.
- Communicate and collaborate with parents and clinical staff while managing multiple tasks.
Benefits
- $2,000 sign-on bonus for certified RBTs.
- Eligibility for a Shared Success Bonus Plan, with quarterly bonuses paid after obtaining RBT certification.
- Nine company holidays and two floating holidays.
- Accrued vacation, paid leave, sick leave, and wellness time.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Disability and life insurance.
- Up to six weeks of paid parental leave.
- 401(k) with company match up to 3%.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Commuter Spending Account and Dependent Care FSA.
- Monthly wellness reimbursement up to $25.
- Coverage for up to three RBT exam and annual renewal fees.
- Pet insurance.
- Fully paid RBT training and certification support.
- Structured onboarding, development programs, feedback, and advancement opportunities.
- University partnerships providing access to courses and further education.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
