Registered Behavior Technician - RBT - Rogers Park

The Place for Children with Autism•Chicago, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Place for Children with Autism is hiring a full-time, daytime Registered Behavior Technician in Rogers Park, Chicago. The role works one-on-one with children ages 2–8 with Autism Spectrum Disorder, helping them develop communication, social, and daily-living skills. The technician implements individualized therapy programs designed by Board-Certified Behavior Analysts, collects data, and participates in team discussions about each child’s progress and treatment strategies. Sessions use play, movement, and engaging activities to support skill-building and growth, while partnering with families to celebrate progress and address challenges. No prior experience is required. The employer provides fully paid comprehensive training and support toward RBT certification, and reports that most new hires are ready to sit for certification within 35 days of starting. The role offers structured onboarding, development programs, feedback and growth checkpoints, and advancement pathways. The work is based at 2701 W Peterson Ave, Chicago, IL 60659, with travel to other clinics when assigned.

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 when assigned.
Be able to bend, squat, lift up to 30 pounds, and keep pace with energetic young children during play and activities.
Be able to manage multiple tasks and decisions, including guiding a child, taking notes, and communicating with parents or clinical staff.
Arrive on time and be ready to learn, receive feedback, and contribute a positive, can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

Work one-on-one with children ages 2–8 with Autism Spectrum Disorder to build 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.
Engage children using play, movement, and creative activities to promote learning and growth.
Partner with clients’ families to celebrate progress, solve problems, and support each child’s development.
Maintain an organized, safe, and welcoming therapy environment.
Travel to other clinics to provide support when assigned.

Benefits

$2,000 sign-on bonus for certified RBTs.
Eligibility for the Shared Success Bonus Plan, with quarterly bonuses 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 of up to three RBT exam and annual renewal fees.
Pet insurance.
Paid RBT training and certification support.
Development programs, feedback loops, growth checkpoints, and advancement pathways.
University partnerships that provide access to courses leading to certificates and bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degrees in Behavioral Therapy.
Recognition programs for dedication, creativity, and teamwork.