Child Autism Therapist (Bachelors Degree Required)
About The Position
Action Behavior Centers is hiring a Child Autism Therapist to work one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years using play-based ABA therapy. Therapists follow personalized treatment plans, collect simple session data, and help children build communication, social, and independent skills through play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities. The role requires staying active and engaged, maintaining a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment, and collaborating with a supportive team. No prior experience is necessary. The employer provides paid training and fully covers Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification, which must be completed within 20 days of hire. Applicants must provide proof of their bachelor's degree; an employment offer will not be extended until educational qualifications are verified. The role is based at the ABC Clinic at 1390 George Dieter Dr, El Paso, Texas. Employees may occasionally support a nearby ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a bachelor's degree and provide proof of the degree, such as a diploma or official transcript showing the degree awarded.
- Be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Be comfortable sitting, standing, crouching, and frequently getting on and off the floor.
- Be able to maintain an active pace while working with young children.
- Have reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Be willing to complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Childcare experience, such as working as a nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, camp counselor, or tutor.
- Experience in mental health roles such as QMHP or behavioral health technician.
- Experience as a paraprofessional, caregiver, or life skills assistant.
- A background in psychology, child development, or health sciences.
Responsibilities
- Work one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years using play-based ABA therapy.
- Follow personalized treatment plans and collect simple session data.
- Help children learn through play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities.
- Stay active and engaged throughout therapy sessions.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment.
- Collaborate with a supportive team focused on helping children grow and succeed.
- Complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.
- Occasionally help support a nearby ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed.
Benefits
- Guaranteed full-time hours.
- Paid training and fully covered RBT certification.
- Raises every six months with clear growth goals.
- Health insurance covered at 90%.
- Dental and vision benefits.
- 10 paid holidays, 10 PTO days, and 2 flex days.
- Free lunch every Friday.
- DoorDash DashPass and Calm app provided.
- Student loan repayment support.
- Supportive, team-focused work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
