Registered Behavior Technician - South Chicago

Company:

The Place for Children with Autism provides a comprehensive approach to autism treatment that focuses on the highest quality therapy to enrich the lives of children with autism and their families across all communities. Utilizing one-to-one ABA therapy in a structured, center-based environment, our programs are designed with quality as the priority and support as the ongoing means to achieve it. We specialize in all developmental areas to help children build independence and school readiness skills to succeed. The Place for Children with Autism works with families from all economic backgrounds to find options that fit their varying financial needs.

Our Mission:

The Place for Children with Autism provides evidence-based, high-quality, and compassionate therapy across all communities - changing lives one child, one family at a time.

Vision:

To be the employer and ABA provider of choice that values differences. fosters belonging, and nurtures joy so employees & clients can thrive and pursue their fullest potential.

People Philosophy:

We are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equality, inclusion, and belonging where our employees are supported, informed, valued, trusted, and empowered.

Our Values

• Service-focused Leadership
• Purpose-driven Team & Community
• Continuous Learning
• Quality and Excellence
• Joy, Fun, & Celebration

Are you looking for a place to work that provides established processes in which you can learn with training and practice? Do you enjoy a team where people are passionate about what they do and care about one another? While you like to think about your co-workers as a type of “family”, you appreciate a fun work environment, while you also pay close attention to procedures and quality.

Is this you? Then we need you as our Registered Behavior Technician.

What you can expect:

• Purpose-driven, sometimes hard and rewarding work
• Monday - Friday between 7:45 am and 4:45 pm schedule
• 40-hour guarantee (pay stability) for client cancellations
• One-on-one morning and afternoon sessions providing individualized ABA therapy to each assigned client (ages 2-6). Behavior therapists are typically assigned 2 clients
• Deliver early intervention therapy in a center-based, supportive environment
• Carry out individualized plans for each child by implementing programs and behavior intervention plans designed by your BCBA Supervisor
• Ensure the safety of all clients by following established protocols and procedures, including safety regulations
• Maintain data tracking systems and session documentation as part of the client’s medical insurance record
• Be a part of a passionate team of behavior specialists and continue to expand knowledge through training, mentorship, and staff development meetings

What we need from you:

• A strong desire to work with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families
• A compassionate attitude and sense of dedication to “be present” every day while working with both clients and your fellow team members
• Be reliable and dependable – your clients and your team members will be counting on you.
• A willingness to learn and open to constructive feedback for development
• Because we value the safety of our clients and their families, we do require a background check.

Physical aspects of the position require:

• Lifting of up to 20 pounds.
• Bending and squatting for up to an hour per day.
• Kids are fast, so the ability to follow a child without restrictions throughout the center (sometimes at a rapid pace) is needed
• High School Diploma or equivalent

What we offer:

• A full-time position
• Competitive Pay ($17/hr - $23/hr based on experience)
• Quarterly Quality Bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, commuter benefits, and EAP
• We support our current and soon to be parents by offering Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) with a company match up to 3%
• Up to 29 paid days off, including vacation, sick, wellness time and Company Holidays
• $25 health/wellness membership reimbursement
• Job progression program
• Education and empowerment are valued at The Place, therefore, we cover the first RBT Exam and renewal fee’s and provide educational reimbursement for approved programs
• Program specific tuition discount through partnership colleges and universities
• Fun work environment
• Appreciation and Spirit Days

The Place for Children with Autism is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Website

www.theplaceforchildrenwithautism.com