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About The Position

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a bachelor's degree and provide proof that the degree was awarded.
• 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 working as a nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, camp counselor, or tutor.
• Mental health experience, such as QMHP or behavioral health technician work.
• 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.
• 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; first raise after 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.
• Guaranteed full-time hours.
• Supportive, team-focused work environment. Possible advancement opportunities include Clinical Administrator, Operations Manager, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).