Job Description
Job Location: Willowbrook Clinic - Willowbrook, IL 60527Education
Level: High School
Salary Range: $41,750.00 - $50,000.00 Salary/year
Job Category: Applied Behavior Analysis / ABA
Position Summary:
The Lead, Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) is responsible for the direct implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programming with clients at Westside Children’s Therapy, under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Providing predominantly play-based therapy, the RBT will support Westside clients in the development of a wide variety of skills. The Lead, RBT will serve as a mentor and clinical resources to new and existing ABA team members.
Essential Functions:
- Serve as a mentor and clinical resource to new and existing ABA team members.
- Collaborate with Regional ABA Trainers to support the onboarding and ongoing training of RBTs within the clinic.
- Conduct audits of RBT SOAP notes to ensure documentation is completed and converted within 48 hours, escalating any outstanding items to the Clinic ABA Director.
- Communicate RBT questions, concerns, and support needs to the Clinic ABA Director.
- Partner with BCBAs to promote collaboration, professional growth, and positive team morale.
- Implement direct therapy services for assigned clients in accordance with programming written by the BCBA.
- Actively participate in supervision with BCBAs, asking questions and incorporating clinical feedback into therapy sessions.
- Collect and accurately record data on client behavior during therapy sessions.
- Complete and submit all required documentation (including SOAP notes) within 48 hours of treatment in alignment with Westside’s policies and procedures.
- Build strong, positive relationships with clients, fostering therapy sessions that are engaging and meaningful.
- Participate in weekly team meetings with the clinic’s ABA team.
- Maintain a caseload at target.
Qualifications
Required Education, Experience and Credentials:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Active RBT certification required at time of hire
- Active Safety Care Certification or ability to become certified within 60 days of hire
- 1 year of experience as an RBT at Westside or 2 years of experience progressive progressive leadership experience in a RBT or similar role
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong behavioral intervention implementation skills in 1:1 and small-group settings.
- Data collection and analysis skills to ensure accurate tracking of client progress.
- Documentation review and auditing skills to ensure compliance with clinical and organizational standards.
- Ability to mentor and provide clinical guidance to ABA team members in a supportive and constructive manner.
- Time management and organizational skills to maintain caseload expectations and documentation timelines.
Personal Attributes:
- Compassionate and patient, demonstrating a genuine commitment to supporting children and families.
- Collaborative, fostering positive relationships and teamwork within the clinic environment.
- Accountable and reliable, consistently meeting expectations for documentation, therapy delivery, and professional conduct.
- Detail-oriented, ensuring accuracy in data collection, documentation, and adherence to clinical standards.
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- Ability to learn and implement de-escalation skills for client sessions
- Ability to lift or carry 30 lbs
- Ability to work in a variety of positions, including on the floor during played-based therapy
Travel Requirements
- Some travel within assigned region for training, meetings and supporting client coverage needs.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
