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EASTERSEALS CENTRAL ILLINOIS

Behavior Therapist/Registered Behavior Technician

2 months ago

Peoria

Job Description Job Details Position: Registered Behavior Technician Job Location: Peoria Service Center, 507 E. Armstrong Ave., Peoria, IL Position Type: Both Full Time (40 hours/week) and Part time are available. Part time hours can be flexible but must fall within clinic hours. Position Schedule: The clinic hours are Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm. Description Our ABA department is growing, and we would love to have you join us! We are a clinic-based pediatric facility that provides high-quality ABA therapy to clients with challenging behavior. Therapists in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) aim to reduce challenging behaviors and teach replacement skills to clients with autism spectrum disorders under the direct supervision of BCBAs. Board Certified Behavior Analysis (BCBAs) are masters-level clinicians that complete initial assessments, design treatment protocols, and provide ongoing training to behavior technicians throughout a client's therapy journey. Our Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) provide direct therapy to children using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to improve the lives of children and their families. A day in the life of an RBT might look like: • Consistent, block scheduling that allows you to see 2-3 clients per day with no more than 2.5 hours with each client, • 1 hour lunch and 1 hour of “documentation” time daily for full-time staff, • Implement therapy with a wide range of clients, typically aged 3-16 in 1:1, group, home, or community settings, • Teach your clients important skills including ready-to-learn, play, functional living, communication and social skills, • Follow detailed behavior intervention plans written by board-certified behavior analysts (BCBAs) to help reduce challenging behavior and increase replacement skills, • Collect data on the programs and behavior plans implemented with your clients in order to assist with evidence-based decision-making, • Create materials for clients as needed, • Communicate with families before and after therapy sessions Upon hiring, an RBT certification is not necessary. Training via online video modules, role-playing with other RBTs, and hands-on implementation with the assistance of our BCBAs is provided at the onset of the position, and new employees are compensated for their training time. Easterseals also covers the certification exam cost (one-time) and annual renewal costs. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • High school diploma or equivalent., • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills., • Exceptional customer service skills., • Demonstrated computer skills including word processing, data processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software., • Ability to supervise children safely and independently. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience working with children with disabilities, autism diagnosis, problem behaviors, etc., • Experience with Applied Behavior Analysis, • Bachelor's degree in a B.A. or B.S program, • Applicants who have the Registered Behavior Technician certification are preferred, but the credential is not mandatory at hire. Why Join Easterseals Central Illinois? Easterseals has 75 affiliates across the nation that provide services and support to more than one million individuals and families living with a disability every year! At Easterseals Central Illinois, it is our mission to provide exceptional services to ensure that children with developmental delays, disabilities, and other special needs can reach their full potential. • Make a Difference Every Day: At Easterseals Central Illinois, your work goes beyond a job, it’s a chance to change lives. As an RBT, you’ll be part of a mission to deliver top-quality ABA services that make a lasting impact on children and families., • Purpose-Driven Mission: We believe every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, and we are dedicated to providing exceptional services, education, outreach, and advocacy to help children reach their full potential., • Supportive and Innovative Culture: Be part of a team that values your input and fosters growth. We invest in our team members and create an environment where innovation and compassion lead to meaningful transformations in the communities we serve., • A Legacy of Leadership: For over 100 years, Easterseals has been a leader in life-changing solutions for children with disabilities. By joining us, you become part of a legacy that empowers children with developmental delays and special needs to live, learn, work, and play in their communities., • Comprehensive Care: We offer a wide range of services, from therapy and specialized programs to inclusive childcare, that empower children to overcome challenges and achieve their greatest potential., • Collaborative and Resource-Rich Environment: Work alongside passionate colleagues, gain access to extensive resources, and grow your career in a supportive, dynamic setting where innovation is encouraged and teamwork thrives., • Industry-Leading Accreditation: Easterseals Central Illinois is recognized with the highest level of accreditation from the Behavior Health Center for Excellence (BCHOE) for excellence in Autism Services and Applied Behavior Analysis. Compensation and Benefits: Our Registered Behavior Technician position is tiered into three levels, with each level offering progressively greater responsibilities and clinical expertise. RBTs typically advance every six months, earning merit increases that reflect their professional development. Expected pay for this position is $16.00- $18.00/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills, and internal equity. Easterseals staff have access to a well-rounded benefits package and additional perks, such as: • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), • Vacation, Sick, and Personal time, • Employees working 40 hours weekly receive 5 paid holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and the day after Thanksgiving, • Employees working 16 hours or more weekly are eligible for a paid holiday break from Christmas Eve through New Year's Day, • Event Days: Earn additional PTO hours if you volunteer with us, • Comprehensive Group Health Insurance, • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, • Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care, • Long-Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage, • Life Insurance: Both Employer Paid and Employee Paid options available, • 401(K) with employer match, • Easterseals qualifies for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program All benefits are subject to eligibility, terms, and plan guidelines. Easterseals Central Illinois is an equal-opportunity employer. Easterseals does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Easterseals is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, call 309.686.1177.

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