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Description Job Title: Senior People & Culture Generalist Department: People & Culture Reports to: Director of People & Culture Job Type: Full-Time (Salary) Exempt) Job Location: Chicagoland Area Salary Range: $75,000 - …
Provide 1:1 behavioral therapy to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder to develop communication, social, and daily-living skills. Implement individualized programs designed by BCBAs and collect progress data while partnering with families.
Requirements
Must be at least 18 years old with a minimum of a High School Diploma or GED. Requires a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the physical ability to keep pace with energetic children.
Full job description
$2,000 SIGN-ON BONUS FOR CERTIFED RBTs!
At The Place for Children with Autism, we’re more than a therapy center. We’re a team on a mission to help children with autism thrive. As a Behavior Therapist, you’ll help children with autism develop new skills, celebrate milestones, and reach their full potential – all while jumpstarting your own career in behavioral health. We know that great care starts with supported, empowered therapists. That’s why we provide you with fully paid comprehensive training to help you earn your Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification – That means no prior experience is required! In fact, most of our new hires are ready to sit for their certification within just 35 days of their start date.
What You’ll Do
Work 1:1 with children between the ages of 2-9 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), helping them learn communication, social, and daily-living skills.
Implement individualized therapy programs designed by our Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), collect data, and participate in team discussions around progress and strategy.
Bring energy, creativity, and passion – Using play, movement, and laughter to engage children while promoting skill-building and growth.
Partner with clients and their families in celebrating wins, problem-solving challenges, and promoting each child’s growth.
What We’re Looking For
Energetic team players who show up ready to engage and move with children throughout their sessions – This includes bending, squatting, lifting up to 30 pounds, and keeping pace with energetic young learners during play and activities.
A collaborator ready to take on multiple tasks and decisions at once – whether it’s guiding a child, taking notes, or communicating with parents or clinical staff.
Positive role models with a commitment to safety by keeping the therapy environment organized, safe, and welcoming so every child can explore and learn comfortably.
Driven optimists who arrive to work on-time each day and are ready to learn, take feedback, and bring a can-do attitude to their teams and the families they serve.
Must be at least 18 years old and hold a minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Have accessibility to reliable transportation with a valid driver’s license and insurance, and be able to travel to other clinics to support when assigned.
What We Offer
Competitive Pay Based on Your Experience & Education:
High School or Associate’s Degree: $17.00 – $23.00 per hour
Master’s Degree (ABA, Psychology, Special Education): $18.00 – $24.00 per hour.
Eligibility to participate in the Shared Success Bonus Plan, with quarterly bonuses being paid after you obtain your RBT certification.
Generous Benefits & Perks
You'll enjoy 9 company holidays, 2 floating holidays, and the ability to accrue vacation, paid leave, sick leave, and wellness time — all to help you balance work and life
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Disability and Life Insurance
Up to six weeks paid Parental Leave
401k with company match up to 3%
Employee Assistance Program
Commuter Spending Account & Dependent Care FSA
Monthly wellness reimbursement up to $25
Up to 3 RBT exam and annual renewal fees are covered!
Pet Insurance – because fur-babies count too!
A Commitment to Your Growth
Structured onboarding and training from experienced clinical staff.
RBT certification is fully supported and paid for by The Place.
Transparent paths for advancement – many of our BT’s have moved into Lead Therapist, Supervisor, or BCBA roles.
Development programs, feedback loops, and growth checkpoints are built into every employee’s journey.
Partnerships with multiple universities (including the Chicago School of Psychology, National Louis University, Capella University, and more!), giving you access to courses that lead to certificates, or obtaining a bachelors, masters, or doctorate degree in Behavioral Therapy.
A Culture That Feels Like Family
Leaders who are accessible, supportive, and invested in your success.
An inclusive and collaborative company that values DEIB and ensuring that all voices are heard.
Opportunities to get involved beyond your role – Joining employee-led initiatives and committees that help shape our culture, plan events, and connect across our centers.
A workplace that prioritizes mental wellness, positivity, and balance while maintaining high standards of care and professionalism.
Recognition programs that reward dedication, creativity, and teamwork, making you feel appreciated every day.
Ready to join us in making a difference? Apply now and let's create brighter futures together at The Place for Children with Autism!
The Place for Children with Autism is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
We use AI-assisted tools to help review applications, but all hiring decisions are made by humans. These tools are designed to assess job-related qualifications fairly and in compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, please contact [email protected].
The Place for Children with Autism specializes in providing the highest quality autism therapy (i.e., applied behavior analysis: ABA therapy) in a preschool-like setting for children with autism ages 2-6. Utilizing one-to-one therapy in a structured, center-based environment, our full-day programs target a variety of skills across many key areas of development, including communication, socialization, independent living, and school readiness. It is our mission to deliver best-in-class therapy based on the individual needs of our clients, and our goal is to make significant and measurable improvements in the lives of the children, families, and communities that we serve.
As an accredited Behavioral Health Center of Excellence, The Place for Children with Autism operates 15 therapy centers throughout Chicagoland and two in central Illinois. With plans for additional locations, we are dedicated to meeting the growing demand for best-in-class autism therapy services in our communities.
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