Child Autism Therapy Support – Entry-Level, Paid Training

Gracent Pediatric Therapy•Keller, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry-level ABA therapy position where you will work 1:1 with autistic children ages 2-12. You will implement therapy plans built by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and provide a consistent, supportive presence. The role involves spending the majority of the day actively engaged with children, often on your feet. Gracent Pediatric Therapy practices assent-based, neuroaffirming care, focusing on following the child's lead, honoring boundaries, and building trust. You will work in a genuinely interdisciplinary environment alongside occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Available Monday–Friday, 8am start.
Able to actively engage with children — sitting on the floor, walking, lifting up to 45 lbs.
Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Good with kids.
Stays calm under pressure.
Wants to build a career in behavioral health, child psychology, education, or therapy.
Real experience with kids (e.g., babysitting, coaching, camps, classroom work, tutoring, youth ministry).

Nice To Haves

College coursework in psychology, education, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Work 1:1 with autistic children ages 2-12.
Implement therapy plans built by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Provide a consistent, supportive presence for children.
Actively engage with children, which may include sitting on the floor, walking, and lifting up to 45 lbs.
Follow each child's lead, honor their boundaries, and build trust.

Benefits

$18/hour to start, $20/hour upon RBT certification (paid training).
Performance-based raises every 6 months.
13 accrued PTO days.
7 paid holidays (Memorial Day, Labor Day, 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day + 1/2 days on New Year's Eve and Christmas Eve).
2 personal days.
Medical insurance (Gracent covers 75% of the premium on average).
Dental and vision insurance.
Telemedicine for all employees.
Basic life, AD&D, hospital indemnity, and disability insurance.
5 tax-free spending accounts (FSA, HSA, dependent care, and more).
401(k) with 4% company match.
$500+ referral bonus when someone you refer gets hired.
$1,000+ scholarships for employees pursuing a Master's or PhD in a clinical field.
Free in-house CEUs for all team members.
BCBA supervision hours and test prep support for graduate students.
Clear growth tracks: BT → RBT → Lead RBT or BCBA pathway.