Autism Behavior Technician (RBT)

Do you have a passion for helping others, but aren’t sure where to start?
At Behavioral Perspective (BPI), you can become a Behavior Technician and help provide much needed therapy services to children, teens, and young adults with Autism. Don’t worry, all of the training you need is provided with the support of our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), who are professionals in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

BPI is a BCBA-owned organization providing ABA services to clients and families throughout Illinois and in Austin, TX! Our mission is to embrace teamwork to promote positive outcomes. What we mean by that is that collaboration is a key component for the success of BPI team members, clients, their families, and the communities in which we serve. We are proud to provide excellent ABA services coupled with exciting and challenging employment opportunities for our teams.

We are looking for RBTs of all levels of experience, and our robust training program will help set you up for success, regardless of your level of experience! We will provide training for entry-level technicians, and we offer tiered BT positions for already certified technicians. If this sounds like something you’re interested in, we’d love to hear from you!

Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) are paraprofessionals certified in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) serving clients with Autism. BTs assist in delivering behavior-analytic services and practice under the direction and close supervision of a Clinic Manager, Clinical Director, and BCBA. 

What do we offer?

• Generous time off - 11 paid holidays, PTO, and more opportunities to take the time you need to recharge.
• Training is provided, and we cover the cost of earning your RBT certification. You also get a pay raise upon earning your certification!
• Paths for growth - you have opportunities to grow as a BT with us through our tiered-BT program, which allows you to earn more and learn additional skills!
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible team members.
• Other great benefits, like parental leave, 401K, disability insurance, and life insurance options.
• Meaningful and impactful work.

How will you make an impact?

• Provide 1:1 and group ABA services and programs as instructed by clinical supervisors in both clinic and in-home settings.
• Collect, record, and summarize data on programming as directed by clinical supervisors
• Maintain professional interactions  regularly with families at the clinic and in-home
• Assist with pick-up and drop-off of clients at the clinic
• Adhere to behavior intervention plans accurately and appropriately, as designed and trained by clinical supervisors
• Perform basic childcare responsibilities, including but not limited to: changing diapers, changing soiled clothing, assisting with feeding, assisting with dressing
• Facilitate independence in daily living skills, including but not limited to personal care and toileting
• Assist in decreasing behaviors that interfere with learner success, such as aggression or self-injury

We are looking for people who have:

• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance practices. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job
• Ability to accept constructive feedback and develop knowledge and skill sets accordingly
• Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at one time
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to ongoing training and development as it related to clinical skills, professional development, ethics, technology, and training in order to perform job responsibilities to required standards
• Ability to interpret and implement clinical protocols
• Flexibility in scheduling to prioritize services for clients as needed for coverage in the event of employee absences
• Must be able to pass a background check upon accepting a job offer, including criminal history, MVR history, and abuse and neglect registry checks
• Receive and maintain an active RBT certification through the BACB (training provided)
• Receive and maintain an active QBS certification, as needed (training provided)
• Receive and maintain an active CPR and First Aid certification, as needed (training provided)
• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Associates degree or higher in a human services field (preferred)
• 1-2 years of experience working in ABA or similar human services field (preferred)

Physical Requirements:

• This is a very active role, requiring the following physical abilities: ability to stand, walk sit, kneel, spin, crawl, bend to floor, squat, run, climb stairs, reach, grab, push, and pull
• Must be able to see, feel, hear, and speak
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to adhere to a set schedule based on client appointments

BPI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.