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Behavior Technician working with kids

Caravel Autism Health·Lake Zurich, Illinois

$18 - $22/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·
Posted 8 days ago
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About the role

You will deliver Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children with autism in a center-based environment under the supervision of a BCBA. Responsibilities include tracking progress, documenting sessions, and building skills through play and connection.

Behavior Technician – Not just a job. A calling

We’re looking for a certain kind of person. They kneel down to a child's eye level. They patiently bring the same positivity to the tenth try as the first. They celebrate a kinda tiny win like it's the biggest thing that happened all week…because for that kid, it might be.

We call them teammates who change lives. And we don't need you to have experience to be one. We’ll teach you the skills. But if this sounds like it might be a fit, here's what walking through our door looks like.

Clinical leadership that's actually there You're never on an island. You’ll receive strong clinical mentorship, real career pathways into leadership, and colleagues who treat your expertise like it matters. Because it does.

Paid training to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), with guidance and support from mentors and peers.

A culture that supports you driven by the values of collaboration and shared success, not competition

🌟 What You’ll Do

You'll work 1

  • 1 with children ages 18 months to 6 years who have a diagnosis of autism, in a center-based environment.
  • Day to day, that means:
  • Delivering Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), guided by individualized treatment plans
  • Building skills through play, connection, and the kind of presence that helps a child feel safe enough to try
  • Tracking progress and documenting sessions using ABA technology
  • Creating a safe, positive environment for every child you work with
  • Preparing for your RBT certification exam within your first 45 days

💼

What We Offer

  • No RBT? $18.24 - $20.00
  • Obtained your RBT? Start at $19.19 for RBT 1 with potential to move up to $22.00 with progressions into Advanced ARBT
  • 401(k) with company match
  • $500 referral bonus
  • Paid time off, holiday pay, mileage reimbursement
  • Full health benefits for full-time team members
  • 1:1 client sessions—no group billing or overwhelming caseloads
  • A career pathway to become a BCBA with our BCBA Rise Scholarship program that provides up to $10,000 in financial support for your Master’s degree

📅 What we’re looking for

  • Full-time availability Monday–Friday
  • Must be 18 or older with a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Reliability — showing up for scheduled hours and staying on top of administrative tasks
  • Resilience and compassion, especially on the tough days
  • Interest in psychology, education, healthcare, or human services — experience with children is a plus
  • Ability to obtain RBT certification within 45 days of employment — we'll prepare you
  • Physical readiness for the role: pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 35 pounds; sitting on the floor, stooping, standing, walking, and moving quickly alongside kids when needed

Why this work? Why Caravel?

At Caravel, we don't just talk about changing lives — we do the work, every day. We help children with autism discover their potential and help their families thrive. We support each other’s progress in our individual journeys and push the industry to improve, day after day.

We turn difficult circumstances into small moments of progress, and eventually into big steps forward. This work isn't luck or magic. It's relentless and demanding — guided by scientific rigor and fueled by the kind of steady, sensitive care that only our teammates can bring.

These Teammates are a rare breed

compassionate, creative problem-solvers who can't help but want to make people's lives better.

Is this you?

Then apply and join us!

💬 Hear from Our Team

Want to know what it’s really like to be a BT at Caravel? 🎥 Check out this short video from our team! [https://vimeo.com/491388568/a5c9a46e8d]

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent and have full-time availability. You must be able to obtain RBT certification within 45 days and meet physical requirements such as lifting up to 35 pounds.

  • high school
  • Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Patience
  • Problem-solving
  • Patient care
  • Data tracking
  • Autism support
  • ABA therapy
  • Child development
  • Clinical mentorship
  • Behavioral documentation

Benefits

  • Referral bonus
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off
  • Holiday pay
  • Paid training
  • Health benefits
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Career pathways
  • Scholarship program
  • Clinical mentorship

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$18 - $22/hr
Location
Lake Zurich, Illinois
Posted
Aug 5, 2026
Application
Employer website
CA

Hiring organization

Caravel Autism Health

A leader in the field, Caravel Autism Health specializes in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of very young children with autism spectrum disorder. Our research-based, data-driven programs help these children build skills and embrace new ways of connecting with the world....

Salary listed on 1 job
IndustryMental Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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In Illinois, behavior technician roles working with children are often in steady demand in school, clinic, and home-based settings. Competition can be strong because employers usually look for candidates who can start quickly, maintain full-time availability, and complete RBT certification soon after hire. This platform’s AI-summarized job requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster, so check the certification timeline and physical demands before applying.

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