ABA Behavior Technician, Entry Level with Paid RBT Cert

BY YOUR SIDE-Autism Therapy Services; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Pet Insurance

Immediate Pay Access

Paid Time Off

Paid Training & Certifications

Brand-New Facilities

Career Growth & Development

Employee Recognition Program

Monthly Morale Events

Free popcorn & coffee

Job summary

BY YOUR SIDE-Autism Therapy Services seeks an entry-level Behavior Technician to deliver ABA therapy under supervision. This role focuses on implementing skill acquisition and behavior management, collecting data, and supporting families across center and home settings.

You'll participate in ongoing training, earn RBT certification funded by the company, and enjoy a supportive team, flexible hours, and opportunities for growth in a modern facility.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree and/or enrolled in psychology, communication disorders, education or related field preferred.
• High interest and willingness to learn about, understand and work with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Eagerness to learn about Applied Behavior Analysis and grow as a Behavior Technician.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety and infection control standards.
• Knowledge of sensory and behavioral strategies, preferred.
• Ability to communicate proactively, timely, effectively and professionally with a variety of stakeholder types (clients, parents, Operations Team members, Behavior Analysts, Speech Therapists and Occupational Therapists).
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with changing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, execute on deadlines and produce high quality deliverables with attention to details.
• Proficiency in applications, games and web-based technology via an iPad and Microsoft Office Products, Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct 1:1 or small group therapy to children and young adults with autism consistent with the treatment plan under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor.
• Maintain targeted caseload hours of therapy per week.
• Maintain confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.
• Implement treatment plans across multiple domains, including communication, social behavior, learner readiness skills, self-care, replacement behavior and behavior reduction as instructed by the Clinical Supervisor.
• Passionately motivates clients by adapting activities to their preferences.
• Calmly respond intentionally and in alignment with the client Behavior Intervention Plan to challenging behavior.
• Assist with assessments, under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, when they have assured proper training and administration of such assessment tools (i.e., VBMAPP, ABLLS).
• Assist with maintaining order and safety among the clients in the therapy environment.
• Assist other personnel with related tasks as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in completion of their work activities and for the enhancement of daily operations of the therapy center. Provide session coverage for clients (One Time Move) as needed.
• Participate in staff meetings, team meetings, and collaborate with a team of multi-disciplinary therapists to coordinate, communicate relevant information, and implement high quality therapy.
• Participate in training provided to increase professional knowledge by attending in person, through video conferencing, and/or watching the recorded training(s).
• Completion of all assignments related to staff meetings and training (e.g., ABA meetings) by due date, including make-up assignments.
• Completion of daily activities/routines within the center (i.e., opening/closing procedures, cleaning, organization and creation of session materials, assisting other therapists, etc.).
• Collect and maintain accurate records of client performance through data collection and insurance notes on an online data collection platform. Ensure billing for all appointments through online platform session conversion within a specified period.
• Implementation of treatment plans across multiple environments including centers, homes, and communities. Travel to the home and community may be required.
• Toilet training and diaper changing may be required.
• To perform this job successfully, an individualmust be able to performeach essential duty satisfactorily.
• Uphold and maintain BYS core principles, policies, and procedures.

Skills

ABA Therapy

Data collection

HIPAA compliance

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

VBMAPP

ABLLS

Job description

BY YOUR SIDE-Autism Therapy Services seeks an entry-level Behavior Technician to deliver ABA therapy under supervision. This role focuses on implementing skill acquisition and behavior management, collecting data, and supporting families across center and home settings.

You'll participate in ongoing training, earn RBT certification funded by the company, and enjoy a supportive team, flexible hours, and opportunities for growth in a modern facility.