Behavior Technician - Woodridge, United States - GBC Autism Services

GBC Autism Services

Verified Company

Woodridge, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Do you want to make a difference and change lives? Join GBC and change one child's life at a time.
At GBC, we provide center-based, in-home, and in-school ABA therapy to children with autism in Illinois and Michigan. Our awe-inspiring leadership team has worked for years together building GBC from the ground up and putting an emphasis on providing therapy to families with integrity, while also ensuring that GBC is a great place to work for everyone on the team

As a Behavior Technician, you work one-on-one with kiddos with autism in their homes or our clinic. You will help your patient develop new skills like communicating, playing and developing age appropriate skills to help them lead the most fulfilling and independent lives as possible, all while having a BALL

This is an entry level position with training provided GBC has a commitment to ensure that every behavior technician that walks through the door feels supported and confident from day one.

We also pay for all of the costs for you to get your RBT credential. In fact, you will become an RBT within your first THREE months of employment, propelling you up the ladder off the bat All we need from you? The ability to have fun, learn, and have a desire to grow

Tentative Schedule:

Monday 8:15AM-11:30AM

Tuesday/Thursday 4:15PM-6:30PM

Wednesday 8:15AM-11:30AM & 4:14PM-6:15PM

Thursday 4:15PM-6PM

Benefits:

PTO for everyone
Pay raises every 6 months just for being here
Employee recognition program earn points and cash them in for gift cards
Supportive clinic environment with fun initiatives
Paid RBT training and certification $1.50 raise once you pass your exam
Quarterly all company meetings
Discounted tuition at our partnered schools
Annual anniversary picnic
Anniversary gifts and recognition each year
Small caseloads
Warm and welcoming company culture that puts patients and staff at the top of our priority list
Referral bonuses
Quarterly team building events with your team
Consistent ongoing trainings and development

What does a BT/RT Do?

Provide fun and nurturing instruction one on one, to children with autism to help with goals like making friends, playing, communicating, and more.
Implement a structured program to help decrease and deescalate behaviors
Must be comfortable potentially assisting patients with activities of daily living such as changing diapers, assisting patients on the toilet, and helping with showering.
Collect data during patient appointments using CentralReach.
Communicate effectively with your BCBA supervisor.
Reliable to follow a weekly schedule for each assigned patient.
Commit to at least 6 months of service for each patient.
Support spreading the word about GBC and what we do to help us reach as many families as possible by sharing job postings, events, and coming to community events.

What We're Looking For:

Reliable means of transportation.
High School Diploma (or Equivalent).
Must pass a criminal background check.
Be able to perform tasks such as running, crawling, stooping, etc. and occasionally lifting 50 pounds or less.
Must be able to work onsite and comfortable working in both settings (inhome and inclinic).

Previous/Relevant Experience:

This position would be well-suited for those who:

Are currently pursuing a psychology degree or a similar field of study such as sociology, kinesiology, divinity, physical therapy, etc.
Have an energetic, creative, and fun personality.
Are creative thinkers and are involved in theatre, art, or band.
Have volunteer experience
Have experience as a paraprofessional or special education teacher
Have previously worked as a teacher's assistant or lead teacher
Those in any type of helping profession
Can let loose, be creative, and have fun while playing with children