Registered Behavior Technician - Part Time

Westside Children's Therapy; Oswego Township (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in child therapy seeks a Registered Behavior Technician for a part-time role. The RBT will implement ABA programming under supervision, engaging clients through play-based therapy. Responsibilities include direct therapy, data collection, and maintaining relationships with children. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, RBT certification, and experience with special needs. This position offers flexible hours and eligibility for benefits.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) plan

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience as an RBT or 2 years in a similar role.
• Active RBT certification required at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Implement direct therapy services for assigned clients.
• Collect and record data on patients' behavior.
• Develop strong relationships with children on your caseload.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Patience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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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.

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday 12 - 5 pm

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 fun
• Participate in weekly team meetings with the clinic’s ABA team
• Maintain targeted caseload of 30 therapy hours per week

Required Education, Experience, and Credentials

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of experience as an RBT at Westside or 2 years of progressive leadership experience in an RBT or similar role
• Previous experience working with the special needs population, particularly in ABA
• Active RBT certification required at the time of hire
• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Competence with a variety of computer applications
• Comfortable persona to 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
• Patience and ability to redirect clients frequently and compassionately
• Accountability for personal behavior and performance
• Receptiveness to feedback and commitment to personal and professional development
• Honest and transparent communication

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 various positions, including on the floor during play-based therapy

Travel Requirements

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

This is a part-time position. Part-time employees are eligible for benefits including Paid Time Off, Sick Time, Employee Assistance Program, and a 401(k) plan. Eligibility for insurance benefits depends on federal and plan requirements, as well as hours worked.