Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
About The Position
Action Behavior Centers is hiring a full-time Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to provide one-on-one, play-based ABA therapy to children ages 18 months to 8 years. The role is based at 1208 W Northwest Hwy, Palatine, IL 60067, with an immediate start available. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; optional Saturdays may be available 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. Technicians follow personalized treatment plans, collect session data, and engage children through play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities. They maintain a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment and collaborate with a supportive team. The work is active and involves frequent movement and getting on and off the floor. ABC describes career advancement opportunities into Clinical Administrator and Operations Manager roles, as well as BCBA roles through its Everest Program. Pay depends on education and previous ABA experience: $17.05–$23.50 per hour for a high school diploma or associate degree, $19–$27 per hour for a bachelor's degree, and $20–$28 per hour for a master's degree.
Requirements
- Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification is required; candidates who need certification must complete the paid certification process 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 mindset and willingness to occasionally help support a nearby ABC clinic.
Responsibilities
- Work one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years using play-based ABA therapy.
- 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.
- Paid training and fully covered RBT certification.
- Health insurance covered at 90%.
- Dental and vision benefits.
- 10 paid holidays.
- 10 PTO days and 2 flex days.
- Free lunch every Friday.
- DoorDash DashPass and Calm app provided.
- Student loan repayment support.
- Supportive, team-focused culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
