Lead Therapeutic Assistant/Behavior Technician Flex - Chicago (AV)

Eyas Landing; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

FSA

EAP

PTO & holidays

Floating holiday

CEUs

Leadership opportunities

Onboarder training

CPR Instructor training

401(k) match

Onsite parking

Job summary

Eyas Landing - Avondale is seeking a Therapeutic Assistant/Behavior Technician Flex to join our clinic-based Merlin Day Academy in Chicago. You will deliver individualized ABA therapy, collect data, and support rotations under BCBA supervision, partnering with teachers, therapists, and social workers to promote cognitive, social, and adaptive growth.

The role offers a Monday–Friday schedule with no evenings or weekends, an hourly rate of $22–$23, and a comprehensive benefits package including

Qualifications

• ASD and behavioral training completed
• Experience with children or clients with special needs preferred
• Active RBT certification required per BACB

Responsibilities

• Providing individualized therapy
• Collecting data on programming
• Providing support during therapeutic rotations
• Implementing evidence-based intervention plans under supervision of a BCBA
• Collaborating daily with teachers, physical and speech therapists, and social workers
• Documenting progress and communicating with families to support continuity of care
• Providing mentorship and performance feedback to TA/BT Flexs to ensure consistency in care delivery and growth

Skills

ABA therapy

Data collection

Team collaboration

RBT certification

Education

Associate degree or 60 credits

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Therapeutic Assistant/Behavior Technician Flex

3319 N. Elston Ave. Chicago, IL | Clinic-Based | Predictable Monday–Friday, 8:30am-5 PM schedule - No Evenings or Weekends.

Hourly Rate & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $22-$23/hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• Annual Increases: Annual merit-based increases.
• Comprehensive Benefits Packages: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and employee assistance programs.
• Paid time off and holidays: Generous PTO, 7 paid holidays, plus 1 floating holiday.
• Growth and Learning: Continuing education and approved CEUs.
• Professional Advancement: Opportunities to develop skills and take on additional leadership responsibilities, including: Safety-Care Instructor, Onboarder, and CPR Instructor
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Available for all employees; company match $1 for $1 for first 3% and $.50 for $1 up to another 2%.
• Flexibility For New Parents
• Free Onsite Parking

About the Role

Eyas Landing - Avondale offers a unique opportunity to provide behavior therapy through our Merlin Day Academy, a fully integrated educational and therapeutic environment for children ages 6-14 years old with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, sensory processing disorder, and other neurodiverse needs. This is an opportunity to combine Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with a school-based, team-driven program. As a TA/BT Flex, you will foster each child's cognitive, social, emotional, adaptive, and developmental growth.

Responsibilities:

• Providing individualized therapy
• Collecting data on programming
• Providing support during therapeutic rotations
• Implementing evidence-based intervention plans under the supervision of a BCBA
• Collaborating daily with teachers, physical and speech therapists, and social workers
• Documenting progress and communicating with families to support continuity of care
• Providing mentorship and performance feedback to TA/BT Flex's to ensure consistency in care delivery and growth

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Associate's degree or equivalent college credit (60 credits) required; Bachelor's degree preferred
• Completion of 40-hour training of ASD and behavioral related subjects/evidence-based techniques
• Active RBT certification required per BACB
• Experience working with children or clients with special needs required
• Receives a score of Meets or Exceeds Expectations for most competencies in the performance review
• Minimum 1 year experience with Eyas Landing as therapeutic assistant preferred
• Internal candidates must be in good standing with the organization and receive a score of Meets or Exceeds Expectations for most competencies in the performance review

Why Join Eyas Landing - Avondale?

At Eyas Landing - Avondale, we provide a supportive, team-oriented culture that allows you to focus on helping children in a play-based setting. You'll make an impact by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a clinic that prioritizes growth and evidence-based therapeutic interventions.