RBT Career Development at Westside

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At Westside Children’s Therapy, we’re reshaping the employee side of the pediatric therapy industry to better suit your personal and professional ambitions. If you dreamed of a career in healthcare, this the opportunity for you. You’ll find the compensation rewarding and growth opportunities plentiful. Because you deserve it!

What does a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Do?

“RBT” stands for Registered Behavior Technician. RBTs work directly with clients, implementing ABA therapy programs for children diagnosed with Autism. RBTs are the lifeline to families and children with autism.

All RBTs are overseen by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) that develops the programs you will be running with your clients. They will work hand in hand with you to gain mastery knowledge of treatment methodologies.

At Westside, RBTs conduct predominantly play-based therapy and combine meaningful experiences with fun activities for the kids. RBTs record data on the children’s progress that the BCBAs use to guide their future work.

What We Look For

At least 18 years of age
A high school diploma or equivalent
Strong collaboration skills
A passion for working with children with special needs
A sincere interest in learning and implementing ABA therapy

Support at Every Step

Our leaders and staff will be there with you every step of the way- from the HR staff that helps you get placed, to the clinical leadership team that strengthens your skills and celebrates your achievements. Westside has developed an “always be a student” model that continuously supports individual growth.

The Westside Difference

Leadership training courses
Supportive colleagues
Meaningful connections with your clients’ families
Best-in-class benefits package
Plentiful opportunities for career advancement
Paid tuition through Northern Illinois University’s Master’s Degree in Behavior Analysis

Opportunities & Advancements

Flexible full-time and part-time schedules
Employer paid RBT training and certification
RBT leadership opportunites
Internal BCBA Development Program
Career Pathing (see below) and Individual Development Plans

How Can RBTs Advance Their Career at Westside?

There are many different avenues of growth for an RBT at Westside, and we offer foundational leadership and role-specific trainings to foster that growth. These include leadership bootcamps, monthly trainings, prep programs, future support, RBT lead trainings and more!

Behavior Tech → Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) → RBT Program Coordinator → RBT Lead → Regional RBT

An RBT can also advance their career by becoming a BCBA through our BCBA Development Program. Once an RBT becomes a BCBA, the opportunity for growth can follow: BCBA → Lead BCBA → Regional Director BCBA.

There are many other opportunities beyond the RBT Role at Westside which include- Talent Acquisition Specialists, Clinic Supervisors, Patient Service Representatives, Referral Coordinators, Intake Coordinators, and more!

What Employees Say About Working Here

“I love working at Westside because of the support system we have. The families, children, and team I work with are the best! I have enjoyed working alongside supportive and dedicated therapists. Seeing our clients progress day to day is an amazing feeling. Westside has been a place where I have stepped into many learning opportunities and places to grow. I am beyond grateful to be part of the Westside family!”

“My absolute favorite thing about working here is the kids. We get to play and run around all day and the whole time they are learning from everything we do! This is one of the few jobs in the world where you get to have fun all day and make a difference!”

“I have had the chance to serve multiple roles within the company and have always felt supported by my supervisors and team at every level. I love that we are able to have fun and provide life-changing therapies at the same time! I am just as excited driving into work today as I was on my first day.”

“What I love about working for Westside is that it is truly a team of teams. No matter how different each of our roles are, we are all working towards one common goal: providing the best possible care for our kids. I have loved learning from people from all disciplines and backgrounds, and I have seen how the kids prosper so much more in an environment where collaboration and continuous learning is fostered. Seeing kids run into therapy with a smile on their face each day makes all the hard work totally worth it!”

How RBTs Can Join Westside

Classroom observation – Depending on availability, we allow people to come into the clinics to observe sessions.
Summer Internship Program – Learn about the basics of ABA without committing to a job. Classroom instruction on the basics of the field as well as in-clinic observations of ABA sessions. This can lead to employment if interested.
Apply on our job listings page – Listings throughout Chicagoland for in-clinic ABA opportunities

With Westside’s support, you will earn and maintain an active RBT certification as well as a CPR Certification, within your first 90 days of employment. This will entail a 40 hour training program and passing the RBT certification exam.