Registered Behavior Technician

Westside Children's Therapy; Tinley Park (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Westside Children's Therapy is seeking a full-time Registered Behavior Technician that will directly implement Applied Behavior Analysis programming for clients. This role emphasizes play-based therapy and requires effective communication and collaboration with clients and team members to foster skill development in children with special needs.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Comfortable persona to develop relationships with children and families.
• Collaborative spirit and willingness to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Implement direct therapy services for assigned clients.
• Engage with BCBA during supervision sessions.
• Collect and record data on patients' behavior.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Patience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active RBT certification

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Position Summary

The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) is responsible for the direct implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programming with clients at Westside Children’s Therapy, under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Providing predominantly play-based therapy, the RBT will support Westside clients in the development of a wide variety of skills.

Position Summary

The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) is responsible for the direct implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programming with clients at Westside Children’s Therapy, under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Providing predominantly play-based therapy, the RBT will support Westside clients in the development of a wide variety of skills.

Essential Functions

• Implement direct therapy services for assigned clients and caseload, following programming written by BCBA
• Engage with BCBA during regular supervision sessions to ask questions and receive feedback
• Collect and record data on patients behavior
• Complete and submit required documentation (SOAP notes, etc) in a timely manner, aligned with Westside's policies and procedures
• Develop strong relationships with the children on your caseload and strive to make every session a fun experience
• Participate in weekly team meetings with clinic’s ABA team
• Maintain targeted caseload of 30 therapy hours per week
  
  

Required Education, Experience And Credentials

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Active RBT certification required within 60 days of hire
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Competence with a variety of computer applications
• Comfortable persona to better develop relationships with children and their families
  
  

Personal Attributes

• Collaborative spirit and willingness to work as a team
• Passion for working with children with special needs
• Patient with the ability to redirect clients frequently and compassionately
• Accountable for personal behavior and performance
• Receptive to feedback with a commitment to personal and professional development
• Honest and transparent communicator
  
  

Work Environment And Physical Demands

• Ability to learn and implement de-escalation skills for client sessions
• Ability to lift or carry 30 lbs
• Ability to work in a variety of positions, including on the floor during played-based therapy
  
  

Travel Requirements

• Some travel within assigned region for training, meetings and supporting client coverage needs.
  
  

This is a full-time position. Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive range of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan with company match; Paid Time Off; Sick Time; and a robust Employee Assistance Program.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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  Other

• Industries

  Individual and Family Services

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