Child Autism Therapist

Overview

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants. Make a difference in a child’s life every single day. 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. If you’re ready to jump in and make a positive impact, we’d love to meet you!

Our hiring process is fast and thoughtful—we aim to respond within 24 hours of receiving your application. Interviews and offers typically move quickly, and you may even receive a job offer the same day as your interview.

Why Join Us? At Action Behavior Centers, we’re driven by our core values—learning, caring, fun, team, and excellence. We foster a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative environment where creativity thrives, and personal and professional growth are encouraged. We believe in the potential of every individual we serve, from helping children reach life-changing milestones to supporting our team’s success. In our 1:1 ABA setting, you  work hands-on with children (18 months to 8 years) using ethical, evidence-based ABA techniques in a supportive, center-based environment.

With top-tier supervision, ongoing training, and a passionate team by your side, you’ll make a real impact every day.

• Apply the principles of one-on-one ABA therapy to help children with Autism reach their full potential by reading treatment plan and program descriptions, implementing treatment in line with written description, collecting data, writing insurance notes, and implementing feedback provided by the supervisor during observation sessions.
• Support the development of children in early childhood (ages 18 months to 8 years) 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 with children through play, movement, and imitation. This may include running, dancing, singing, reading, watching videos, or playing with cars, while maintaining high energy and a joyful atmosphere.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders (peers, families, supervisors) to coordinate activities, celebrate successes, and advocate for personal needs.

• Lift and move with children in a fast-paced environment, including the ability to lift up to 30 lbs, bend, squat, move on the floor, and run to stay engaged and maintain safety.
• Maintain an environment conducive to therapy; keep play spaces tidy and organized.
• Multitask to balance actions, decisions, or conversations while prioritizing safety.
• 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.
• Must be at least 18 years old and have a High School diploma or GED.
• Complete the RBT certification process within 20 days of employment by passing a 40-hour training, competency assessment, exam registration, and board exam.

We work directly within the Houston community to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families. “I love it here so much! Everyone cares so much about the clients, and you always feel like you belong, which can be hard to find in a workplace.”

• 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
• Fully Paid Training:
  We cover your RBT 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; 90% health benefits coverage;
  Free lunch every Friday;
  Complimentary subscriptions to Door Dash Dash Pass & Calm;
  Student loan repayment contributions;
  Annual celebrations and team events

• Associates/High School: $15.00 – $22.50
• Bachelors: $15.00 – $24.00
• Masters: $16.00 – $26.00

Note:

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
• 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

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