Autism Center of Illinois

11/18/2025

Staff Spotlight: Erin – Jacksonville Site Director

From the moment Erin joined our Jacksonville clinic, she became everything we never knew we needed. Her warm, welcoming presence and contagious “can-do” attitude make her an incredible leader and teammate.

Erin jumps in wherever she’s needed, stays fully present for everyone, and brings optimism and energy to every part of our clinic. Her attention to detail, eagerness to learn, and dedication to helping us grow in the community make her truly stand out.

Behind the scenes, she’s just as amazing—quickly mastering new tasks, supporting daily operations, and improving our intake process for families. Her drive and empathy shine in everything she does.

Thank you, Erin, for being such a valuable asset to our Jacksonville center. We appreciate you so much!

11/17/2025

🌥️ When your BCBA says, “Hey, let’s make cloud dough!” … and it fails miserably 😂

Okay, so the dough did not turn out as planned… BUT the learners had an absolute blast! Sometimes the best moments come from the unexpected — exploring textures, getting messy, laughing, and enjoying all the sensory fun.

In ABA, it’s not always about perfection — it’s about creating experiences, encouraging exploration, and making learning joyful. And today? Mission accomplished. 💙✨

11/14/2025

🌎 Happy World Kindness Day! 💛
At our ABA clinic, we love celebrating the small moments that make a big difference.

Kindness is something we teach, model, and celebrate every single day. Many of our learners’ programs include simple but powerful social skills—like saying hello when walking past someone or giving a high five when a goal is met. These small acts help build confidence, connection, and a sense of community.

Today, we’re recognizing every smile, every greeting, every high five, and every act of kindness—big or small. Our learners remind us daily that kindness is a skill we can teach and a habit we can grow. 💙🤲

✨ How are you showing kindness today? ✨

"And you can always, always give something, even if it is only kindness!"-Anne Frank

Let’s keep spreading kindness—today and every day! 🌟

11/13/2025

🥪✨ A big, heartfelt thank you to Dixon Buddy Bags! ✨🥪

Our friends at Dixon Buddy Bags sent our kiddos a little extra love (and snacks!) to help support their growth. Thanks to their generosity, our kiddos have access to extra nourishment. 💛

We’re so grateful for community partners who care deeply and show up for families in such meaningful ways. You’re helping us spread kindness, one juice box at a time. 🧃

11/11/2025

Today we pause the everyday buzz of our clinic to honor those who carried the weight of service so the rest of us could move safely through our days. 🇺🇸

To all veterans: we see you, we thank you, and our hearts hold deep gratitude for your courage.

A special tribute to members of our own extended ABA family:
• Kevin and Ereka, Trinity's Dad and Mom
• Kaylee and her dad, William
• Siri’s son, Sean

If you’d like to honor someone special, add your very own Veterans here so we can recognize them with you. ❤️🤍💙

Happy Veterans Day, and with sincere appreciation, we honor you today and every day. 🇺🇸

11/10/2025

We are so grateful to have Erin and Marleina on our team!

🌟 Kiwanis Spotlight: Supporting Our Community Through Awareness 🌟

At our recent meeting, we were honored to welcome Erin Tighe from the Autism Center of Illinois, a new service now available on Lincoln Avenue in Jacksonville. Erin shared the incredible work being done to support individuals affected by autism—from young children to adults—through personalized, compassionate care.

🧩 “Every person with autism is unique, and our goal is to meet them where they are, helping them thrive in their own way.” – Erin Tighe

We’re grateful to Erin and the Autism Center of Illinois for bringing these vital services to our community. 💙

11/10/2025

Today is the day!! See everyone at 9am to 11am and again at 3pm to 6pm!! Its going to be a good day!!

We are in our new building , same North Galena Plaza, but we are right next to Autozone!! See everyone soon!

🐝 We’re hiring — and YOU could be our next amazing team member!
Join us for WALK-IN INTERVIEWS at the Autism Center of Illinois on November 10th, 2025 💛

📍 1387 N Galena Ave Dixon IL
🕘 9–11 AM & 3–6 PM

We’re looking for:
✨ FT/PT Autism Paraprofessionals
✨ Clinical Psychologist
✨ Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Bring your resume and your fun, positive mindset — we can’t wait to meet you!

📧 Questions? Email us at careers@autism-center.com

11/07/2025

✨ We’re officially settled into our NEW, BIGGER Clinic! ✨

Our kiddos are absolutely loving all the extra room to learn, play, and grow. 💛
From exploring new therapy spaces to enjoying the freedom of a more open environment, their smiles say it all!

We’re so excited for this new chapter and grateful to continue providing high-quality, individualized care in a space that truly supports their progress.

Stay tuned for more updates as we make this new center feel like home! 🧩💙

11/06/2025

🌟 At the Autism Center of Illinois, Independence Shines! 🌟

Every day, we celebrate the small steps that lead to BIG growth. 💛
Whether it’s taking shoes off independently or putting them away all on their own, these moments matter—and we make sure our learners know just how proud we are of their hard work!

And when they reach those goals?
A big, proud hug is the perfect reinforcement to show them they’re doing amazing. 🤗✨

Building confidence, promoting independence, and cheering on every victory—
That’s what we’re all about! 💙💛

11/05/2025

🎉 We’re Hiring! Join Our Team! 🎉
Mark your calendars — our Hiring Event is happening November 10th!

We’re looking for passionate professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of our learners:

✨ Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)
✨ Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs)
✨ Clinical Psychologists

Come meet our amazing team, tour our clinic, and see why we love what we do every day. 💙
📅 November 10th
📍 1387 North Galena Ave Dixon IL

💬 Bring your resume, your smile, and your passion for helping others grow!

🐝 We’re hiring — and YOU could be our next amazing team member!
Join us for WALK-IN INTERVIEWS at the Autism Center of Illinois on November 10th, 2025 💛

📍 1387 N Galena Ave Dixon IL
🕘 9–11 AM & 3–6 PM

We’re looking for:
✨ FT/PT Autism Paraprofessionals
✨ Clinical Psychologist
✨ Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Bring your resume and your fun, positive mindset — we can’t wait to meet you!

📧 Questions? Email us at careers@autism-center.com

11/03/2025

🚨🎃🚨Jacksonville IL🚨🎃🚨

Thank you so much to our volunteers and the Jacksonville community who made our Sensory Friendly Trick-or-Treat Night a huge success! Over 100 trick-or-treaters came through! Special thanks to our high school helpers: Camryn, Autumn, Kyliegh, Selena, Gabrielle, and Alivia; our neighbors Zumbahlen, Eyth, Surratt, Foote, and Flynn for our candy bags; Main Street for the pumpkins and cookies; for their candy donation; and Future Champions for TONS of skittles! We couldn't have done any of this without Jacksonville showing up like they do best!

🗣Also a special shout out to Robson Family for volunteering and making our night so fun and successful!!

10/28/2025

💛Who says speech therapy can’t be out-of-this-world fun? 🌟

Our SLP, Alicia brought speech goals to life using Magna-Tiles — and Buzz Lightyear joined in to help our learner soar to infinity and beyond! 🚀💬

We love seeing creativity and communication grow together! 💛