Child Care Specialist - Surprise
About The Position
Soar Autism Center’s Child Care Specialists, also known as Behavior Technicians, help children ages 2 to 6 with autism learn, communicate, and grow through play. Care is based on the Early Start Denver Model, a play-based approach to Applied Behavior Analysis. This is an in-person, center-based, entry-level role offering hands-on experience in child development, psychology, education, and behavioral health. Prior RBT certification is not required for most locations; Soar provides paid training and supports team members in earning and maintaining the credential. The role may suit candidates with experience in childcare, daycare, education, caregiving, paraprofessional support, direct support, or behavioral health. Team members receive ongoing professional development and may be considered for raises and promotions every three months through the Soar to New Heights career progression program. Longer-term career paths may include behavior analysis, psychology, speech therapy, occupational therapy, training, operations, and other behavioral health roles.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, verified by a resume, application, or BACB attestation for RBT certification.
- Ability to obtain and maintain RBT certification within the first six weeks of employment.
- Reliable transportation to the training location and local center, with dependable attendance and punctuality.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills, ability to work as part of a team, and comfort using computers and tablets.
- Ability to sit, stand, kneel, change positions quickly, spend extended time on the floor, occasionally run short distances, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with children, especially ages 2 to 6.
- Enrollment in or completion of a college degree in child development, psychology, education, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one, play-based ABA therapy to young children in a center setting.
- Follow individualized care plans created by clinicians in behavior analysis, speech therapy, and occupational therapy.
- Observe and document each child’s progress using a computer or tablet.
- Work with a multidisciplinary team and share updates to support consistent, high-quality care.
- Obtain and maintain RBT certification within the first six weeks of employment.
Benefits
- Paid training for RBT certification and ongoing professional development.
- Regular bonus and promotion opportunities.
- Sign-on bonus included with all offers.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Generous paid time off and a paid holiday schedule.
- Student loan repayment and tuition reimbursement benefits.
- 401(k) plan after one year of service.
- Guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week for full-time roles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
