Behavior Technician (BT)

RUSH Kids Pediatric Therapy·Chicago, Illinois

$20 - $22/hrOther On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 29 days ago

Practice for this role

Behavior Technician (BT) · $20 - $22/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-38% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in Chicago, Illinois ($32.50/hr, n=373)

481 similar openings in the Chicago area · median $32.08/hr

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this role: $20.00/hrmedian $32.50/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 373 posted behavioral health roles in Chicago, Illinois rates. This role sits in the 20th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 38% below the Chicago, Illinois median for behavioral health roles.

The Behavior Technician will work 1

1 with children diagnosed with Autism to implement ABA programs and behavior intervention plans. They are also responsible for collecting, recording, and documenting data on client behavior and communicating progress to parents and the clinical team.

Overview Position

Behavior
Technician
Location: 2400 N.
Sheffield
Ave,
Chicago,
IL 60614
Schedule:
Monday -
Friday (3 evenings 3pm-6:30pm)
Compensation: $20.00-$22.00/hour (pending experience) Rush Kids Pediatric Therapy is seeking a Part-Time Behavior Technician (BT) to join our fun, collaborative, multi-disciplinary pediatric team.
In this role, you’ll work 1:1 with children who have an Autism diagnosis, implementing applied behavior analysis (ABA) programs under the direction and supervision of a board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA). Training is provided. Come play a part in supporting our pediatric patients as they learn new skills and achieve their goals.
Why
Join Us: Part-time employees are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.

Responsibilities

Detail-Oriented: Collect, record and document data based on observable client behavior and communicate to parents and team members regarding a child’s progress Personalized Treatment: Work 1:1 with children who have an Autism diagnosis, in their home and in our center Specialized Programs: Implement ABA programs and Behavior Intervention Plans directed and supervised by a BCBA

Qualifications

High school diploma/GED required Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required Bachelor's degree Registered Behavior Technician Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and a valid CPR certification. A Bachelor's degree and Registered Behavior Technician certification are also listed as qualifications.

high school
bachelor degree
Communication
Documentation
Applied Behavior Analysis
Data Collection
Pediatric Therapy
Behavior Intervention Plans
ABA
Autism Spectrum Disorder Support

Benefits

401k

Posting details

Employment type: Other
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $20 - $22/hr
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Posted: Aug 10, 2026
Closes: Aug 10, 2027
Application: Employer website

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