About Job
Do you love working with children and families? Are you looking for a job where you can see the positive impact of your work in real time? If yes, then we have an exciting opportunity for you!
BASES Autism Services is currently seeking passionate and dedicated behavior technicians to join our team. In this position, you will play a vital role in supporting children and their families by providing high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy within a collaborative, holistic framework that centers each family’s values and each child’s voice. Under the supervision and direction of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), you’ll work with a child one-on-one in the clinic, home, and/or school environments, implementing instructional programs that are tailored to each child’s learning style and individual needs.
At BASES Autism Services, our behavior technicians are VIPs and we are committed to setting them up for success! We offer robust training from the beginning, with opportunities to earn your RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) certification as well as fieldwork supervision for individuals pursuing their BCaBA/BCBA. Behavior technicians also receive ongoing supervision, training, professional development, and career mentorship from seasoned professionals in the field.
If you are a compassionate, dedicated, and driven individual who wants to make a difference in the lives of children, we would love to hear from you! Click apply now and upload your resume today!
Job Title: Behavior Technician(BT)/Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Position Type: Part-time, hourly non-exempt
Hours: minimum 10 hours per week
Schedule: Exact schedule based on client availability; applicants must consistently be available at least 3 days per week including one weekend day, for at least 4 consecutive hours per day.
Location: varies (clinic and client homes)
Behavior Technician Roles and Responsibilities
- Create and maintain meaningful, therapeutic relationships with children and their families grounded in mutual respect and dignity
- Provide compassionate, individualized support and learning opportunities as as directed by the supervising BCBA in accordance with each child’s treatment goals
- Document session activities and outcomes in accordance with funder and regulatory requirements
- Maintain timely and professional communication with all stakeholders
- Work effectively independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Participate in all assigned trainings, meetings, and activities by agency and supervisor
- Practice in accordance with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) RBT Ethics Code and all agency policies and procedures
- Other duties as assigned
Reports to: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Compensation/Benefits:
- Pay rate ranges from $15-$30 per hour based on experience, level of education and other certifications. Upon completing the training/probationary period, the minimum hourly rate will increase.
- Sick time
- Mileage reimbursement
- Supervision by Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) that meets BACB requirements for supervised fieldwork and RBT certification and ongoing supervision
Experience/Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent
- 18+ years old
- Ability to pass a criminal background and abuse registry check (comparable to those required of home health aides, child care professionals, and teachers)
- Possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to meet Illinois' driving requirements with consistent access to dependable means of transportation
- RBT Certification -or- ability to complete training requirements during probationary employment period
- Safety-Care or Safety-Care for Families Specialist Certification -or- ability to complete training requirements as assigned
- CPR/First Aid Certification -or- ability to complete training requirements as assigned
- Ability to meet physical demands of job responsibilities and workplace environment: Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Assume, maintain, and transition to/from a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, standing) for extended periods of time
manual dexterity to perform job tasks on computer or mobile devices and as stipulated in child’s treatment plan
physically intervene in a timely/responsive manner to assist or protect a child (for example, run after a child, block a child from harming self or others, soften a child’s fall, assist a child with toileting by lifting the child onto the toilet, providing hand over hand assistance for washing hands) as directed by child’s treatment plan and/or agency policies and procedures
Ability to hear, comprehend, and communicate in spoken English at typical conversational volumes
Tolerate moderate to high stress/stimulation levels
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BASES Autism Services does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, creed, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, age, gender, sexual orientation, or number of dependents. As part of the BASES Autism Services team, no provider or employees shall aid, coerce, or conspire to cause a termination or resignation of another employee because of illegal discriminatory factors.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person