State of Illinois·Kankakee, Illinois
The role involves participating in a 12-month training period to gain proficiency in applied behavior analysis and implementing behavior modification procedures. The associate will instruct staff on treatment methodologies and collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary team.
For a period not to exceed twelve (12) months, actively participates in in-service and on-the-job training to gain proficiency and practical expertise in the field of applied behavior analysis consistent with the Behaviorist career discipline.
Receives instruction in appropriate treatment standards and practical application of intervention procedures, restraints and seclusion.
Develops, implements and monitors training procedures relative to behavior modification for assigned cases of increasing difficulty and complexity.
Instructs staff responsible for implementing treatment programs and support or ancillary staff impacting treatment programs on detailed treatment instructions and methodologies.
Completes reports and participates in facility and/or department committees.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as necessary to prevent injury to individual or others.
Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays.
Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: See below: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm, Saturday/Sunday off, working one early shift (choice of: 6:00am - 2:30pm or 6:30am - 3:00pm) one late shift (choice of 12:00pm - 8:30pm or 12:30pm - 9:00pm or 1:00pm – 9:30pm or 1:30pm - 10:00pm) and rotating weekend and holiday coverage, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch Headquarter Location: 100 E Jeffery St, Kankakee, Illinois, 60901 Division of Developmental Disabilities Shapiro Center Clinical Services Work County: Kankakee Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov Posting Group: Social Services About the Agency: The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois.
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As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
A Pension Program Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year) 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position) 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP) Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
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Candidates must hold a current, valid certification as a BCBA or BCBA-D from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. A master's or doctoral degree is required to obtain these certifications.
Market context
In Illinois, Behavior Analyst Associate roles are typically tied to ongoing demand in schools and healthcare settings that support students and patients with behavioral needs. Competition often centers on candidates who already hold BCBA or BCBA-D certification and can pair advanced training with experience in behavior assessment, intervention planning, and collaboration. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting to save time, and confirm whether the pension and insurance package aligns with your priorities before applying.
