Autism Behavior Technician (RBT) BPI Aurora
What does a Behavior Technician do?
Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) are certified paraprofessionals in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) who work directly with clients diagnosed with Autism, providing individualized, one-on-one therapy sessions. In this role, you will collaborate closely with experienced managers and Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) to support our clients in achieving their goals in a variety of locations, including BPI clinics, client homes, schools, and community settings.
How will you contribute?
As a Behavior Technician, your primary focus will be working directly with clients on a 1:1 basis. Your work will empower clients to develop self-advocacy skills, acquire crucial life skills, and enhance their ability to communicate effectively. This role goes beyond typical childcare; you will be instrumental in helping clients learn socially significant behaviors, manage challenging behaviors, and improve their social interactions.
What qualifications are we looking for?
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Reliable transportation
- Consistent and reliable attendance
- Clear criminal background check, sex offender registry check, and abuse and neglect registry check
- Clear MVR background check (as required by position)
Required
- Experience working in ABA or related fields is preferred
Required Physical Requirements
- Bending, kneeling, squatting, and crouching
- Sitting, walking, and running (must be able to move quickly from a seated to standing position)
- Lifting up to 50 lbs. and may occasionally be required to lift or assist in the physical movement of clients
- Hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity
- Ability to see, hear, and speak
- Ability to respond safely to physical aggression and ensure safety of oneself and the client
- Ability to learn, demonstrate, and explain physical skills of moderate complexity
- Ability to assist clients with hygiene and bathroom needs (such as toileting and diapers) for all genders
- Ability to work in a variety of locations, including BPI clinics, client homes, schools, and community settings
What does BPI offer you?
- Competitive hourly rates based on your experience
- Regular pay increases tied to professional milestones, such as obtaining your Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification or completing your education
- Clear career growth pathways through our tiered BT program and opportunities for internal advancement across departments
- The chance to collaborate with experienced therapists to expand your skills and knowledge
- A professional development allowance to support your ongoing learning and career growth
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits for full-time employees (30+ hours per week)
- Generous paid time off, including eleven paid holidays, PTO accrual, and a flexible attendance policy. You'll also receive pay even if a client session is canceled
- Access to an employee assistance program, employee discounts, staff recognition programs, and rewards for employment milestones
- Additional benefits such as a 401K plan, parental leave options, disability coverage, and life insurance