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 follows personalized treatment plans, collects session data, and helps children learn through play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities. Therapists stay active and engaged during sessions, maintain a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment, and collaborate with a supportive team focused on helping children grow and succeed. This is a full-time position in South Charlotte, North Carolina (28273), with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Optional Saturdays may be available based on patient needs. No prior experience is necessary; paid training and full coverage of Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification are provided. The employee must complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire. Hiring is for immediate openings. A bachelor's degree is required, and proof that the degree has been awarded must be provided before an offer of employment can be extended. The position offers guaranteed full-time hours, raises every six months with clear growth goals, and a first raise after earning RBT certification. Growth paths may include Clinical Administrator, Operations Manager, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) roles.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a bachelor's degree and provide proof of the awarded degree, 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.
- Be willing to complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Childcare experience, such as nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, camp counselor, or tutor experience.
- Mental health experience, such as QMHP or behavioral health technician experience.
- 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 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 when additional coverage is needed.
Benefits
- 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
