Therapeutic Assistant/Behavior Technician Flex - Chicago

Eyas Landing; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Eyas Landing - Avondale is seeking a Therapeutic Assistant/Behavior Technician (Flex) to provide behavior therapy within the Merlin Day Academy, a school-based, team-driven program for children aged 6-14 with ASD and related needs.

You will implement ABA-based interventions under supervision, collect data, and collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to support each child's growth in cognitive, social, emotional, and adaptive skills.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or 60 credits required; Bachelor's preferred.
• 40-hour ASD and behavior-related training completed.
• Experience with children with special needs is required; autism experience preferred.
• BACB certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized therapy to children.
• Data collection on programming and progress.
• Support during therapeutic rotations.
• Implement evidence-based plans under supervision.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and social workers daily.
• Document progress and communicate with families.

Skills

Experience with special needs

Active BACB certification

Data collection

Therapy implementation

Collaboration with therapists

Education

Associate's degree or 60 credits

Bachelor's degree preferred

40-hour ASD training

Job description

Therapeutic Assistant/Behavior Technician Flex - Therapeutic Day Program

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: $19-$21/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: Department Lead, 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. A s 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 dailywith teachers, physical and speech therapists, and social workers
• Documenting progress and communicating with families to support continuity of care

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
• Experience working with children or clients with special needs requiredExperience working with children with autism preferred
• Active BACB certification preferred

Working Environment and Physical Demands

• Ability to lift at least 35 lbs, including but not limited to lifting children, therapy equipment etc.
• Ability to walk and/or run if needed to keep clients safe.
• Ability to implement behavior management techniques, based on training provided by the company.
• Ability to use hands and arms to prepare and perform required therapy tasks.
• Ability to utilize keyboard, desktop, and ipad to complete documentation required for funders.

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Eyas Landing - Avondale is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. As such, it is the policy of the Company that hiring, training, employment advancement, compensation, benefits, and terms and conditions of employment shall be determined without regard to race, ancestry, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and medical conditions relating to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, order of protection status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, arrest record (or criminal history record ordered expunged, sealed, or impounded), or as otherwise prohibited by law.