Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) - Waukegan
The Place for Children with Autism · 2749 Grand Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085
Posted 22 days ago · $17.05 – $23.00
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 22 days The Place for Children with Autism's roles stay open a median of 44 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 93% of The Place for Children with Autism's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at The Place for Children with Autism
- moderate 6 stale, 2 reposted of 40 open
- Hiring momentum
- 78 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from The Place for Children with Autism's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for The Place for Children with Autism.
About this role
As a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at The Place for Children with Autism, you will work directly with children aged 2-8 who have Autism Spectrum Disorder, helping them develop essential communication, social, and daily-living skills. Your role involves implementing individualized therapy programs, collecting data, and collaborating with families and clinical staff to promote each child's growth. The position requires a high level of energy and engagement, as well as a commitment to creating a safe and welcoming environment for the children.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of The Place for Children with Autism as an employer.
What you need
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Reliable transportation with a valid driver’s license and insurance
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
- Willingness to engage physically with children during therapy sessions
What you get
- $2,000 sign-on bonus for certified RBTs
- Competitive pay based on experience and education
- Eligibility for quarterly bonuses after obtaining RBT certification
- 9 company holidays and 2 floating holidays
- Accrual of vacation, paid leave, sick leave, and wellness time
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Worth weighing
- No prior experience required, but certification must be obtained within 35 days of starting
- The role requires physical activity and engagement with energetic young children
- The pay scale varies based on education level, which may affect starting salary
- Opportunities for advancement are mentioned, but specifics on career progression are not detailed
Summarised from The Place for Children with Autism's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by The Place for Children with Autism on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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