Behavior Technician- Part Time

Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking organization focused on providing in-home therapy for children with autism. As a Behavior Technician, you will work closely with young children, helping them develop essential skills in a supportive environment. This role offers the chance to enhance your communication and therapeutic skills while making a significant impact on children's lives. With flexible part-time and full-time hours available, you can balance your professional growth with personal commitments. If you're passionate about helping children reach their highest potential, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or pursuit of degree in psychology, education, or related field.
• Experience working with young children or children with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with children in skill areas like conversation and motor skills.
• Integrate family into therapy sessions and collect data.

Skills

Communication Skills

Data Collection

Therapeutic Skills

Ability to Work with Children

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology

Pursuit of Degree in Education

Pursuit of Degree in Child Development

Job description

Job 174049 - Behavior Technician- Part Time
Chicago, IL

Comprehensive Early Autism Services (CEAS) provides in-home therapy for young children with autism. The program is based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.

We are currently looking for a Behavior Technician to work 1:1 with children (ages 2-8) in a highly individualized and supported environment. All therapy sessions are carried out in the client's home. The Behavior Technician's duties and responsibilities include:

• Working with the child in a number of skill areas, such as conversation skills, fine/gross motor skills, self-help skills, and pre-academic skills.
• Integrating the child's family into therapy sessions.
• Data collection and making data-based decisions.
• Learning strategies and procedures to teach children with developmental delays.
• Attending team meetings and coordinating with a team.
• Traveling to the home of each client on the case load.

Working with CEAS provides an opportunity for personal and career growth. Behavior Technicians with CEAS advance their communication, professional, and therapeutic skills, while working individually and alongside a team of therapists. Strong candidates will be able to display a commitment to helping children advance through life by helping them develop to their highest potential.

Requirements

• This job requires a car, and a willingness to travel within the city of Chicago and surrounding suburbs; clients are located throughout the Chicagoland area. Part-time and full-time hours are available.
• Bachelors degree or pursuit of degree in psychology, education, child development, or related field.
• Experience working with young children or children with disabilities.