Registered Behavior Technician - RBT Jobs Mokena IL

The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) is responsible for the direct implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programming with clients at Westside Children’s Therapy, under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Providing predominantly play-based therapy, the RBT will support Westside clients in the development of a wide variety of skills. Locations include: Carol Stream, DeKalb, Elmhurst, Frankfort, Glen Ellyn, Homer Glen, Joliet, Lockport, Lombard, Machesney Park, Naperville, New Lenox, Oak Lawn, Orland Park, Oswego, Plainfield, Rockford, Schaumburg, Shorewood, Tinley Park, Wheaton, and Willowbrook.

Registered Behavior Technician RBT - Job Functions

Implement direct therapy services for assigned clients and caseload, following programming written by BCBA
Engage with BCBA during regular supervision sessions to ask questions and receive feedback
Collect and record data on patients behavior
Complete and submit required documentation (SOAP notes, etc) in a timely manner, aligned with Westside’s policies and procedures
Develop strong relationships with the children on your caseload and strive to make every session a fun experience
Participate in weekly team meetings with clinic’s ABA team
Maintain targeted caseload hours of therapy per week
RBTs are expected to maintain a caseload of 25-30 direct therapy hours per week

Registered Behavior Technician RBT - Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Active RBT certification required at time of hire or within 90 days of hire
CPR certification required at time of hire or within 90 days of hire
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Competence with a variety of computer applications
Previous experience working with the special needs population, particularly in ABA
Comfortable persona to better develop relationships with children and their families

RBT - Job Competencies

- Collaborative spirit and willingness to work as a team
- Passion for working with children with special needs
- Patient with the ability to redirect clients frequently and compassionately
- Accountable for personal behavior and performance
- Receptive to feedback with a commitment to personal and professional development
- Honest and transparent communicator

RBT - Work Environment and Physical Demands

- Able to receive training in, and implement, de-escalation skills for clients
- Ability to lift or carry 30 lbs
- Ability to work in a variety of positions, including on the floor during played-based therapy

Why Work for Westside

Westside is a culture-first organization that cares foremost about how our Psychologists feel on a daily basis. We foster a safe environment where employees are free to be themselves, make mistakes, ask for help when they need it, and experience the power of working on high-functioning teams. Above all, we aim to meet our mission of changing kids’ lives. As a Psychologist with a wear-it-on-their-sleeves passion for working with kids, we think you’d be a great fit!