Behavior Technician (ABA)

Total Spectrum; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off for full-time workers

Sick leave for part-time workers

Opportunity for RBT certification

Job summary

Total Spectrum, located in Arlington Heights, IL, is looking for part-time Behavior Technicians to support children with autism through play-based ABA therapy. The role is perfect for those who are compassionate, reliable, and eager to make a difference.

Qualified candidates will work with kids aged 2-22 and need a high school diploma or GED, along with reliable transportation. The position offers a starting pay of $20/hour and opportunities for RBT certification, fostering both personal growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Availability to work a consistent weekly schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist children aged 2-22 with autism in homes, schools, or centers.
• Conduct play-based therapy using ABA techniques.
• Maintain a consistent schedule of work.
• Prepare to pass a background check.

Skills

Compassion and empathy

Enthusiasm

Reliability

Desire to work with children

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Gain rewarding experience with Total Spectrum — part of LEARN Behavioral!

With one in 36 children diagnosed with autism, this entry‑level job is in big demand. As a Behavior Technician at Total Spectrum, you’ll have the exciting role of helping children with autism learn, grow, and build communication, socialization, and self‑help skills through a form of play‑based therapy known as applied behavior analysis (ABA)!

We are currently hiring for part‑time Behavior Technicians in the Arlington Heights, IL area. See why working with Total Spectrum could be the perfect fit for you:

Job Description

Who We’re Looking For

Working as a Behavior Technician requires some specific characteristics that we look for, including:

• A genuine desire to help children with autism and their families reach their goals.
• A steady supply of compassion, empathy, enthusiasm, kindness, goodwill, and reliability.
• A willingness to learn about autism, learning differences, and ABA.

Allow Us to Introduce Ourselves

For nearly 10 years, Total Spectrum has provided evidence‑based, contemporary ABA therapy to help children, teens, and young adults with autism find success.

We understand there are many jobs in the market now to consider, but if you’re looking for rewarding work and an opportunity to learn new skills that you can use throughout your life, you’ve come to the right place!

What We Offer

At Total Spectrum, we want to help you reach your career goals. Once you learn the ropes of ABA, there’s potential to be promoted in as little as three months and plenty of opportunities to develop professionally! Check out our additional perks.

• If you work full‑time, you can earn up to 15 days of paid time off (PTO) after 90 days of employment.
• If you work part‑time, you are eligible for sick leave.

Specifics to This Position

• Working with kids aged 2‑22 with autism and special needs in their homes, schools, or in one of our centers.
• Education requirements: High School Diploma/GED.
• Transportation requirements: Reliable transportation
  • Valid Driver’s License and personal vehicle preferred.
• Schedule requirements: Availability to work Part‑time M‑F between the times of 8:00a‑7:30p.
  • Primary need typically between the hours of 12:00p‑7:30p.
  • Weekend availability a bonus.
• Earn starting pay at $20/hr and up with experience.
• Become eligible to earn RBT certification.

Qualifications

• Meet the minimum age requirement of 18 (on or before the first day of employment).
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• Availability to work a consistent weekly schedule: mornings, afternoons, and/or evenings.
• The ability to pass a background check.
• Not to mention, it’s a plus if you:
  • Are bilingual, with English/Spanish fluency.
  • Studied, majored, or minored in psychology, education, special education, childcare, behavioral health, health science, or a related field.
  • Have experience working with children, whether as a babysitter, nanny, tutor, teacher, coach, camp counselor, or some other form of childcare.

Additional Information

• Gaining training and skills to support a career in behavior analysis, behavioral health, teaching, occupational therapy, speech‑language pathology, counseling, mental health, and parenting.
• Creating lasting, positive change for children and their families.

Physical requirements vary and are based on specific client assignments. You may be asked to engage in any of the following: push, pull, and lift up to 35 pounds and move quickly, according to client needs. It is necessary to be able to sit on the floor, stoop, stand, walk, and run.

Ready to make a difference in someone’s life, including your own? Apply today.

Total Spectrum is part of LEARN Behavioral, a collective group of ABA providers dedicated to delivering collaborative care and nurturing the unique potential of children with autism and special needs in communities from coast‑to‑coast.

LEARN Behavioral is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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