Child Autism Therapist (Bachelors Degree Required)
About The Position
Action Behavior Centers is hiring 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, providing play-based ABA therapy in a clinic setting. The role includes following personalized treatment plans, collecting simple session data, and helping children learn through play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities. Therapists are expected to remain active and engaged throughout sessions and maintain a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment while collaborating with a supportive team. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with predictable daytime hours and no nights. Optional Saturdays may be available based on patient needs. The position is full-time, with guaranteed full-time hours, and may occasionally involve supporting a nearby ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed. No prior experience is necessary; paid training and full coverage of Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification are provided. The RBT certification must be completed within 20 days of hire. A bachelor's degree is required, and proof of the awarded degree must be verified before an employment offer is extended. Openings are available immediately.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a bachelor's degree and provide proof of the awarded degree, such as a diploma or official transcript.
- 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.
- 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.
- Mental health experience, such as QMHP or behavioral health technician experience.
- Experience as a paraprofessional, caregiver, or life skills assistant.
- A 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 Registered Behavior Technician (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.
- Guaranteed full-time hours.
- First raise after earning RBT certification.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
