Behavior Interventionist

$42,037 - $56,389/Yr

Cortica - Naperville Park District, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Naperville Park District, IL

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Behavioral Interventionist at Cortica will provide direct behavior therapy services to individuals with autism and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary treatment team. This role is essential in delivering life-changing care to children with neurodevelopmental differences, contributing to the company's mission of fostering the full potential of every child.

Responsibilities

• Attend Cortica's orientation and complete Board-Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) training
• Provide direct implementation of behavior-analytic services to children with autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental differences in both 1:1 and group settings
• Implement positive behavior strategies as developed and analyzed with the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• Implement strategies with children including antecedent and consequence (reinforcement) strategies, based on developed treatment plans and strategies with their BCBA
• Work in the home, community, school, clinic or other designated settings with children and their families providing direct behavior-analytic care as determined in the child's assessment and treatment plan
• Fulfill all documentation requirements including the use of data collection of strategies and goals, completion of session notes during the session
• Assist with individualized assessment procedures through preference assessments and data collection
• Work with families and supervisor to establish an environment supportive of treatment and education across all settings of care
• Follow Cortica crisis and emergency procedures, including de-escalation strategies, first aid strategies, mandated reporting
• Serve as a representative of the Cortica Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program, demonstrating professionalism with all families and colleagues in written and spoken communication as well as professional dress and demeanor

Requirements

• Experience working with children, preferably children with autism
• Bachelor's degree in a human service (or related) field preferred; relevant work experience in lieu of a bachelor's degree will be considered
• Current Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) or Board-Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) or willingness to obtain the BCAT credential via Cortica's training program within the first 45 days
• Availability to work some days, late afternoons, and evenings
• Valid Illinois Driver's license and reliable transportation
• Skilled at using software and systems including electronic medical record systems and Microsoft Office products

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to safeguard patient information

Benefits

• Sign on bonus of $250
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company matching and rapid vesting
• Paid holidays and wellness days
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance options
• Tuition reimbursements for professional development and continuing education
• Referral bonuses