Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
About The Position
Action Behavior Centers is hiring a full-time Registered Behavior Technician to provide play-based ABA therapy to children ages 18 months to 8 years. Technicians work one-on-one with children, follow individualized treatment plans, collect session data, and help children learn through play and hands-on activities. The role involves staying active during sessions and maintaining a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment while collaborating with a supportive team. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with predictable daytime hours and no nights. Optional Saturdays may be available based on patient needs. The position is based at 25 Tower Ct Suite A, Gurnee, Illinois, with occasional support at a nearby ABC clinic possibly needed. Immediate openings are available. ABC describes opportunities for technicians to advance into clinical administration, operations management, and BCBA roles through its Everest Program. Paid RBT certification is fully covered and must be completed within 20 days of hire. 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
- Hold an active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification, or be willing to complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a high school diploma.
- Be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Be comfortable sitting, standing, crouching, and getting on and off the floor frequently.
- Be able to maintain an active pace while working with young children.
- Have reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Have a team mindset.
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.
- 10 paid holidays, 10 PTO days, and 2 flex days.
- Health insurance covered at 90%.
- Dental and vision benefits.
- Free Friday lunch.
- DoorDash DashPass and Calm app provided.
- Student loan repayment support.
- Paid training and fully covered RBT certification.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
