Behavioral Health Technician

Brown Bear - ABA Therapy for Autism; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown Bear – ABA Therapy for Autism in Chicago, IL offers compassionate, evidence-based ABA therapy for children and youths with autism ages 3 to 24. The Behavioral Health Technician role is full-time or part-time, on-site, and supports one-to-one therapy, data collection, and adherence to treatment plans.

The role involves working with families, recording observations, and helping clients develop communication, social, living skills, and independence, under supervision of BCBAs.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of ABA with ability to follow behavior plans and treatment protocols.
• Strong communication with clients, families, and clinical team members.
• Experience or coursework in behavioral intervention and pediatric populations.
• Ability to collect, document, and report behavioral and skills data accurately.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans designed by BCBAs.
• Conduct skill-building activities and data collection.
• Support behavior intervention strategies in clinic and community settings.
• Collaborate with families and supervising clinicians.

Skills

ABA knowledge

Data collection

Communication skills

Behavior support

Reliability

Ethical conduct

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor’s in Psychology or related field preferred

RBT certification

Job description

Company Description

Brown Bear – ABA Therapy for Autism provides compassionate, evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults with autism ages 3 to 24. Services include individualized one-to-one therapy, behavioral and skills assessments, caregiver training, school-readiness support, and programs that build communication, social interaction, daily living skills, emotional regulation, and independence. Brown Bear offers clinic-based and in-home services across Illinois, supporting individuals in the environments where they live, learn, and grow. The clinical team is composed of BCBAs, a BCBA-D, RBTs, and developing professionals who deliver ethical, personalized, data-informed care in close partnership with families. Brown Bear also invests in its team through ongoing training, mentorship, supervision, and clear paths for professional growth within a collaborative workplace.

Role Description

The Behavioral Health Technician is a full-time / Part time, on-site role based in Chicago, IL, supporting individuals with autism through direct one-to-one ABA therapy. Day-to-day responsibilities include implementing treatment plans designed by BCBAs, conducting skill-building activities, and supporting behavior intervention strategies in clinic and potentially community settings. The technician will collect and record data on client behavior and skill development, follow established protocols, and communicate observations to supervising clinicians. This role involves collaborating with families and caregivers, reinforcing treatment goals, and helping clients build functional communication, social skills, and independence. The position requires maintaining a safe, supportive environment, adhering to ethical and professional standards, and actively participating in ongoing training and supervision.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of behavior analysis and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), with the ability to follow behavior plans and treatment protocols.
• Strong communication skills, including clear, professional interaction with clients, families, and clinical team members.
• Experience or coursework in behavioral intervention and psychology, particularly with neurodiverse or pediatric populations.
• Ability to collect, document, and report behavioral and skills data accurately and consistently.
• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Education, Social Work, or related field preferred.
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification or willingness to obtain RBT credential with employer support.
• Capacity to work in an active clinical setting, including sitting on the floor, engaging in play-based activities, and managing challenging behaviors safely.
• Reliability, professional boundaries, and commitment to ethical, person-centered care and continuous learning.