ABA Therapist

Behavioral Therapist – Action Behavior Centers

We have immediate openings to support families in need. We’re actively hiring kind, enthusiastic individuals who can start right away—or within 4 weeks of accepting an offer. Our hiring process is fast and thoughtful—we aim to respond within 24 hours of receiving your application and often move to an offer the same day.

• Apply the principles of one‑on‑one ABA therapy to help children with autism reach their full potential by reading the treatment plan and program descriptions, implementing treatment in line with written instructions, collecting data, writing insurance notes, and incorporating feedback from supervisor during observation sessions.
• Support the development of children in early childhood (18 months to 8 years old) through engaging and fun therapeutic activities.
• Collaborate with a team of individuals to optimize treatment, safety, and a fun working experience throughout the center.
• Engage children through play, movement, and imitation—running, dancing, singing silly songs, reading books, watching videos, or playing with cars—to foster a joyful atmosphere.
• Effectively and positively communicate with peers, families, and supervisors to coordinate activities, celebrate successes, and advocate for personal needs.

• Ability to lift and move with children in a fast‑paced environment, including lifting up to 30 lbs, bending over to pick items up from the ground, squatting, running, and keeping a tidy work environment.
• Maintain an environment conducive to therapy ensuring play spaces are tidy, organized, and stimulating.
• Multitask to balance multiple actions and conversations in the moment while assessing prioritization and safety for all parties.
• Support teams by working cohesively as a center, neighborhood, and region; travel to nearby centers may be required.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Minimum 18 years of age and a high‑school diploma or GED equivalent.

Complete the RBT certification process within 20 days of employment by completing a 40‑hour training curriculum, hands‑on competency assessment, registering for the exam, and passing the board’s exam.

“It’s a fun environment where a lot of serious work is being done and I work with such a great group of people – it is a team!” – Glassdoor Review, Behavior Therapist, Austin, TX

• Guaranteed full‑time hours: even if patients cancel.
• Promotions & raises every 6 months with transparent feedback and goal setting.
• Yearly tenure bonus for eligible Behavior Technicians and RBTs.
• Small caseloads for BCBAs: focused, individualized care and increased oversight by supervisors.
• Fully paid training: we cover your Registered Behavior Technician certification process.
• No‑cost supervision: no pay deductions for supervision hours.
• No contractual obligation: stay because you love it, not because you’re required to.
• Generous benefits & perks

• 10 holidays, 10 paid time off days, and 2 flex days.
• Health benefits covered at 90 %.
• Free lunch every Friday.
• Complimentary subscription to Door Dash Dash Pass & Calm apps.
• Student loan repayment contributions.
• Annual celebrations, teammate appreciation week, and team events.

• Associate/High School: $16.00 – $24.00
• Bachelor: $20.00 – $25.50
• Master: $22.00 – $27.00

For entry‑level candidates, your first raise is earned upon certification as RBT, typically within 21 days.

• Childcare (nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, tutor, etc.)
• Mental health professionals and advocates (QMHP, behavioral health technicians)
• Camp counselors, volunteers, or Sunday school teachers
• Degrees in teaching, special education, sociology, psychology, or related fields (any degree preferred)
• Experience as paraprofessionals, direct support, or life skills assistants
• Passion for working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Eagerness to join a caring, team‑oriented culture

We are a responsive employer – we will be in touch with you within 24 hours of applying!