Child Autism Therapist (Bachelor's Degree Required)
About The Position
Action Behavior Centers hires caring people to help children with autism build communication, social, and independent skills. The Child Autism Therapist works one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years using play-based ABA therapy. The role includes following personalized treatment plans, collecting session data, and helping children learn through play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities. Therapists stay active and engaged throughout sessions, maintain a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment, and collaborate with a supportive team focused on helping children grow and succeed. No prior experience is necessary. Paid training is provided, and the company fully covers Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification. The certification must be completed within 20 days of hire. The position requires a bachelor's degree, and proof that the degree has been awarded must be provided during hiring before an employment offer can be extended. The position is full-time, with guaranteed hours and a Monday–Friday schedule from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; optional Saturday work may be available based on patient needs. The role is based at the Apex, North Carolina clinic, and team members may occasionally help cover a nearby ABC clinic.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a bachelor's degree and provide proof that the degree was awarded, such as a diploma or transcript showing the degree and conferral date.
- Be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Be comfortable sitting, standing, crouching, and getting on and off the floor frequently.
- Be able to maintain an active pace while working with young children.
- Have reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.
- Have a team mindset and be willing to occasionally support a nearby ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed.
Nice To Haves
- Childcare experience, such as 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 or degree 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.
- Occasionally support a nearby ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed.
Benefits
- Paid training and fully covered RBT certification.
- Raises every six months with clear growth goals; a first raise follows earning RBT certification.
- 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.
- Guaranteed full-time hours.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
