Behavioral Health Technician

Nexus Solutions for Autism; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Solutions for Autism in the Greater Chicago Area seeks a dedicated Behavioral Health Technician to implement ABA treatment plans under supervision. This full-time, on-site role supports individuals with autism across home, school, and community settings, conducting one-on-one therapy and recording progress data.

You will collaborate with licensed clinicians, participate in trainings, and help maintain a safe, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to implement structured ABA treatment plans.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with families and clinical teams.
• Ability to complete training in Behavioral Intervention and address challenging behaviors ethically.
• Competence in collecting, recording, and interpreting behavioral data; follow clinical instructions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct one-on-one therapy sessions following individualized ABA plans.
• Collect and record behavioral data to monitor progress.
• Follow behavior intervention plans and reinforce new skills.
• Collaborate with clinical staff and families; participate in team meetings and trainings.
• Maintain a safe, supportive environment across home, school, and community settings.

Skills

Behavior Analysis

ABA Therapy

Communication

Data Collection

Documentation

Team Collaboration

Patience

Empathy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Education, Behavior Analysis, or related field

RBT certification (preferred)

Job description

Company Description

Nexus Solutions for Autism uses empirically based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) methods to support individuals with special needs and their families. The organization delivers services in homes, schools, and community settings to ensure meaningful and lasting behavior change. NSG focuses on socially significant goals that improve daily living skills, communication, and independence. The team serves clients in the greater Chicago and Oklahoma City areas, collaborating closely with caregivers and educators to create positive outcomes.

Role Description

The Behavioral Health Technician is a full-time, on-site role based in the Greater Chicago Area. This role supports individuals with autism and related needs by implementing ABA treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed or certified clinician. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting one-on-one therapy sessions, collecting and recording behavioral data, following behavior intervention plans, and reinforcing skill-building across communication, social, and daily living domains. The technician will collaborate with clinical staff and families, participate in team meetings and training, and help maintain a safe, supportive environment in home, school, and community settings.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in Behavior Analysis and Applied Behavior Analysis for implementing structured treatment plans.
• Proficiency in Communication skills, including clear documentation, active listening, and collaboration with caregivers and clinical teams.
• Ability to complete training in Behavioral Intervention to address challenging behaviors ethically and effectively.
• Ability to collect and interpret behavioral data, follow detailed clinical instructions, and adapt strategies based on feedback.
• High level of patience, empathy, and professionalism when working with individuals with special needs and their families.
• Preferred: Experience in autism services or ABA settings; relevant certification (e.g., Registered Behavior Technician) is a plus.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Education, Behavior Analysis, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Ability to work on-site in the Greater Chicago Area, reliably travel to client locations, and meet any state or organizational background check requirements.