Behavioral Specialist Trainee

Action Behavior Centers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-cost supervision hours

BCBA Pass Bonus

College Tuition Employee Discount

Free BDS Modules

Hour Accrual Bonuses

Structured Study Groups

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

First Stop Virtual Health

CALM membership

Door Dash Pass

MilkStork for traveling families

SNOO smart sleeper

Job summary

Action Behavior Centers in Chicago, IL is seeking a Behavioral Specialist Trainee to provide center-based early intervention therapy for children aged 18 months to 13 years. You will collect data, implement individualized treatment plans, and develop clinical skills under BCBA supervision while preparing for the BACB exam.

The role offers guaranteed hours with 32–40 hours per week, a clear pathway to becoming a BCBA, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Accrued 85% of fieldwork hours (1700/2000 hours).
• Proof of enrollment in an accredited applicable master's program.

Responsibilities

• Providing early intervention therapy in a center-based setting.
• Shaping minds of children ages 18 months to 13 years.
• Collecting data and implementing individualized treatment plans.
• Developing clinical skills under supervision of a BCBA.
• Allocate 8 hours per week off direct care to work on BDS modules.
• Sit for the BACB exam within 6 months of joining.

Skills

Data collection

Treatment data analysis

Education

Master's degree student in ABA

Job description

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Position: Behavioral Specialist Trainee Location: Chicago, IL Job Id: 31808 # of Openings: 1 ABA Student Analyst (Master's Level) Premier ABA Provider for Children with Autism

Why ABC?

• Our Patients:An intentional focus on small caseloads with a compassionate care approach.
• Our Culture:ABC Core Values are more than just words on a wall. It's how we strive to live everyday.
• Our Community:We ground ourselves in our WHY and the impact we have on the lives of others.

Compensation and Bonuses:

• Guaranteed Hours
• Potential wage increases every 6 months!
• A guaranteed path to becoming a BCBA with a competitive BCBA salary upon passing
• Bonuses based on accrued hours, with the potential to earn up to $1,500per year.
• Guaranteed hours! Each full-time teammate receives a minimum of 32-40 hours a week regardless of patient cancellations.

Everest Benefits:

• No-cost supervision hours!
• A $5,000 BCBA Pass Bonus- A pass bonus for those who pass the exam on their first attempt at ABC!
• College Tuition Employee Discount: Discounts with multiple universities!
• Free BDS Modules
• Hour AccrualBonuses
• Structured Study Groups:Group support and exam prep with your peers and a dedicated trainer
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance:Each year we contribute additional dollars to help you pay off your student loans.

Transparent and Expedited Career Growth & Leadership Tracks as a BCBA:

• Center Leadership:Rising Star>BCBA >Sr.BCBA>Assistant Clinical Director >Clinical Director>Sr. Clinical Director >Group Clinical Director>Regional Clinical Director
• Training & Development:Join Dr.Greg Hanley’s Compassionate Care Training in evidence‑based ABA practice
• Research & Innovation: Collaborate with Dr.LindaLeBlanc at the Action Institute to advance treatment outcomes, transparency, equity, and clinical quality
• Clinical Guidance:Our BCBAs are guided by our Clinical Advisory Board and Compassionate Care Team, featuring industry leading clinicians such as: Dr. Charna Mintz, Dr. Greg Hanley, Dr. Linda LeBlanc, Dr. Patricia Wright, Dr. Dorothea Lerman, Dr. Malika Pritchett, Dr. Mahshid Ghaemmaghami, and Dr. Anthony Cammilleri

Education and Support

• Continuing Education:A minimum of 10+ free CEUs per year in-house, extra funds to attend additional training courses, and 2 paid days off to use for CEU events as a BCBA.
• Health Benefits:Best-in-class Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Savings Account and Health Savings Account options
• Family Support:Up to $3,000 in maternity/paternity financial assistance plus short-term disability options that can equate to 8 weeks of paid paternity leave.
• Unique Perks:First Stop Virtual Health for you and up to 7 household members, CALM membership for you and your family, Door Dash Pass, MilkStork access to ship home breast milk while traveling, a SNOO smart sleeper for new parents, and more.
• 22 PTO Days: Generous time off: 10 holidays, 10 paid days PLUS 2 flex days

Your Role

• Providing early intervention therapy in a center-based setting
• Shaping the minds of kiddos in early childhood (ages 18 months to 13 years old)
• Collecting data and implementing individualized treatment plans for each child
• Developing clinical skills under the supervision of a BCBA
• Collaborating with BCBA’s and our team of like-minded individuals dedicated to living ABC’s core values
• Allocate 8 hours per week off direct care schedule to work on BDS modules
• Sit for the BACB exam within 6 months of joining our team.

Requirements

• Student Analyst has accrued 85% of fieldwork hours (1700/2000hours)
• All Restricted hours completed
• Proof of enrollment in an accredited applicable masters program

Our Community & Culture

• Instagram: https://instagram.com/actionbehaviorcenters
• Facebook: https://facebook.com/actionbehaviorcenters

Applications accepted and reviewed on an ongoing basis. No deadline at this time.

ABC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, including the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA). We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Pay Range:$24 - $30 per hour