Behavior Technician-Full Time Jobs

Location: Chicago, IL
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $18.00 - $18.00

Comprehensive Early Autism Services (CEAS) provides in-home therapy for young children with autism. The program is based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.
We are currently looking for a Behavior Technician to work 1:1 with children (ages 2-8) in a highly individualized and supported environment. All therapy sessions and team meetings are carried out in the client's home. We serve clients in the city as well as the suburbs. Duties and responsibilities include:

• Traveling to the home of each client on the case load.
• Integrating the child's family into therapy sessions.
• Learning strategies and procedures to teach children with developmental delays.
• Data collection and making data-based decisions.
• Attending team meetings and coordinating with a team of Behavior Technicians.
• Working with the child in a number of skill areas, such as conversation skills, fine/gross motor skills, self-help skills, and pre-academic skills.

Working with CEAS provides an opportunity for personal and career growth. Behavior Technicians with CEAS advance their communication, professional, and therapeutic skills, while working individually and alongside a team. Strong candidates will be able to display a commitment to helping children advance through life by helping them develop to their highest potential.
Benefits to a Behavior Technician position include not only the rewarding experience of motivating and inspiring children through ABA therapy, but also Health Insurance options (for those working 30+ hours/week), paid drive time, and a 401k Retirement Savings Plan (with a 4% match) for all employees who have been working with CEAS for a year or more
Requirements

• Bachelors degree or pursuit of degree in psychology, education, child development, or related field.
• This job requires a car, and a willingness to travel within the city of Chicago and surrounding suburbs; clients are located throughout the Chicagoland area.
• Experience working with young children or children with disabilities.