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<p> </p></div><p><span data-contrast="auto">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 </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">fully paid comprehensive training to help you earn your Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">– 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.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></p>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What We Offer</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></p>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Competitive Pay Based on Your Experience & Education:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">High School or Associate’s Degree:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">$17.05 – $23.00 per hour, with </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">$1.00 per hour increases every six months</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> (based on your starting level at hire).</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Master’s Degree:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> $18.00 – $24.00 per hour.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Eligibility to participate in the Shared Success Bonus Plan, with quarterly bonuses being paid after you obtain your RBT certification.</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Generous Benefits & Perks</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">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</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Up to six weeks paid Parental Leave</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">401k with company match up to 3%</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Commuter Spending Account & Dependent Care FSA</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Monthly wellness reimbursement up to $25</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Up to 3 RBT exam and annual renewal fees are covered!</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Pet Insurance – because fur-babies count too!</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What You’ll Do</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="●" data-font="" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Work 1:1 with children between the ages of 2-8 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), helping them learn communication, social, and daily-living skills.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="●" data-font="" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Implement individualized therapy programs designed by our Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), collect data, and participate in team discussions around progress and strategy.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="●" data-font="" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Bring energy, creativity, and passion – Using play, movement, and laughter to engage children while promoting skill-building and growth.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="●" data-font="" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Partner with clients and their families in celebrating wins, problem-solving challenges, and promoting each child’s growth.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What We’re Looking For</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="●" data-font="" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">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.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="●" data-font="" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">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.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="●" data-font="" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">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.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="●" data-font="" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">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.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="●" data-font="" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Must be at least 18 years old and hold a minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="●" data-font="" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">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.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">A Commitment to Your Growth</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Structured onboarding and training from experienced clinical staff.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">RBT certification is fully supported and paid for by The Place.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Transparent paths for advancement – many of our BT’s have moved into Lead Therapist, Supervisor, or BCBA roles.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Development programs, feedback loops, and growth checkpoints are built into every employee’s journey.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">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.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">A Culture That Feels Like Family</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Leaders who are accessible, supportive, and invested in your success.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">An inclusive and collaborative company that values DEIB and ensuring that all voices are heard.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">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.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">A workplace that prioritizes mental wellness, positivity, and balance while maintaining high standards of care and professionalism.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Recognition programs that reward dedication, creativity, and teamwork, making you feel appreciated every day.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
</ul><div class="content-conclusion"><p>Ready to join us in making a difference? Apply now and let's create brighter futures together at The Place for Children with Autism!</p>
<p><em>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.</em></p>
<p><em><span data-teams="true">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.<br></span></em><span data-teams="true">If you need a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, please contact <strong>peopleteam@ThePlaceForABA.COM</strong>.</span><em><span data-teams="true"><br></span></em></p></div>
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- Vision Insurance
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