CRT Jobs in Illinois
CRT jobs in Illinois are in steady demand, with openings concentrated in school districts, rehabilitation centers, and healthcare systems across the state, at levels from entry-level classroom support through senior leadership roles. Chicago, Rockford, and Springfield anchor the heaviest hiring, and established employers like the Chicago Public Schools system, Advocate Health, and the University of Illinois Health network are among the most consistent sources of openings. The most sought-after specialties in Illinois include autism support, early intervention, and behavior management in educational settings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Pay Range:
$32.58 - $48.87A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.
Position Specifics
- Department: Respiratory
- Core Function; Rehab/Therapy/Sleep
- Schedule: PRN
- Facility: St. Joseph’s Hospital
- Location: Highland, IL
- Compensation that aligns with your experience
Education Qualifications
- Diploma or an Associate's degree in respiratory therapy from an Accredited Respiratory Care Education Program is required.
- Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy from an Accredited Respiratory Care Education Program is preferred.
Experience Qualifications
- 3 years of professional respiratory care experience is required.
Certifications, Licenses and Registrations
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) is required.
- Licensed as Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of practice is required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) are required based on patient population and assigned clinical areas.
- Specialty credential through NBRC is preferred (Adult Critical Care Specialist (ACCS), Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist (NPS), Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS), Asthma Educator Specialist (AE-C), Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) or Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT)). Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) through the BRPT may also be accepted as an alternative specialty credential.
Job Description
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
0Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day.
Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a healthcare system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments.
Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.
Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.
- Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.
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Retirement benefits including HSHS
contributions. - Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.
- Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!
- Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!
Benefits
HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.
Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring Process
Hospital Sisters may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence or machine-learning technologies, to assist with certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process. These tools may help our recruiting team organize applications, search for resumes, identify qualifications reflected in application materials, and facilitate communications or scheduling with applicants.
Information used by these tools may include materials you provide during the application process, such as your resume, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions.
These tools are used only to support our recruiting process. Hiring decisions are made by HSHS personnel, and automated tools do not make employment decisions on behalf of HSHS.
Applicants who have questions about this notice or who require a reasonable accommodation or alternative evaluation method may contact HSHS Human Resources at Contact@hshs.org
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- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in CRT jobs across Illinois.
- Active Illinois teaching license or relevant state credential issued by ISBE
- Experience working with students or patients requiring therapeutic behavioral support
- Proficiency with individualized education programs and documentation practices
- Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in school or clinical settings
- Familiarity with Illinois-mandated reporting obligations and data tracking systems
- Associate or bachelor's degree in education, health sciences, or a related field
CRT Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a crt in Illinois?
Becoming a crt in Illinois typically requires meeting the credentialing standards set by the Illinois State Board of Education for educational settings or the Illinois Department of Public Health for clinical and rehabilitation contexts. Most positions require at minimum an associate degree in a relevant field, completion of supervised clinical or student-teaching hours, and passing any applicable state competency assessments. Specialty areas such as early intervention may require additional endorsements.
How much do CRTs make in Illinois?
CRTs in Illinois earn a median of about $84,090 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $64,480 for the lowest 10% to over $100,100 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire crts in Illinois?
Employers hiring crts in Illinois right now include Elevate Care, UChicago Medicine, and Saint Francis Hospital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Illinois's dense network of public school districts, rehabilitation hospitals, and community health organizations means openings appear consistently throughout the year, not just during seasonal hiring peaks.
Which Illinois cities have the most crt jobs?
Chicago, Evanston, and Des Plaines have the most crt openings in Illinois. Chicago drives the largest share of postings because of its scale as a major metropolitan center with hundreds of public and charter schools, several large hospital networks, and a broad base of outpatient rehabilitation providers, while Rockford and Springfield reflect strong regional demand from mid-sized health systems and growing public school enrollment.
How can I get hired as a crt in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a paraprofessional or instructional aide role at a public school district, where on-the-job exposure to therapeutic support work builds the foundation for a crt position. Chicago Public Schools and large suburban districts in Cook and DuPage counties regularly hire entry-level support staff who move into crt roles after gaining supervised experience. Earning a relevant Illinois credential during employment and seeking out early intervention volunteer or practicum placements strengthens a candidate's profile considerably.
Where can I find and apply to crt jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to crt jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across school districts, healthcare systems, and rehabilitation providers. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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