Entry Level Autism Therapist

CounselorNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$29k

The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness resources
  • Dental insurance
  • Launch Your Career Supporting Children with Autism

Fast Track ABA Center is seeking compassionate, energetic, and motivated individuals to join our team as a Behavior Technician through our Entry Level Autism Therapist Program. This entry-level opportunity is designed for individuals who are passionate about working with children and interested in building a rewarding career in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). No prior ABA experience is required—we provide paid training and ongoing support to help you succeed.

Position Details

  • Position: Behavior Technician (Entry Level Autism Therapist)
  • Employment Type: Full-Time Opportunities
  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, daytime hours
  • Location: Fast Track ABA Center
  • Training Provided: Paid onboarding and RBT certification support
  • Start Date: Immediate openings available

About Fast Track ABA Center

At Fast Track ABA Center, we are dedicated to helping children with autism reach their full potential through evidence-based ABA therapy. We foster a collaborative, supportive, and growth-oriented workplace where team members are empowered to learn, develop, and make a meaningful impact every day.

What You'll Do

As a Behavior Technician, You Will

  • Work one-on-one with children diagnosed with autism.
  • Implement individualized treatment programs designed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
  • Teach communication, social, behavioral, and daily living skills.
  • Collect and record data during therapy sessions.
  • Participate in ongoing supervision, training, and professional development.
  • Collaborate with caregivers and clinical team members to support each child's progress.
  • Create a positive, engaging, and supportive learning environment.

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly pay
  • Paid training and mentorship
  • Assistance obtaining Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Supportive clinical leadership
  • Ongoing professional development
  • Meaningful work that positively impacts children and families

Qualifications

No ABA experience required. We are looking for candidates who have:

  • A high school diploma or equivalent
  • A passion for working with children
  • Patience, empathy, and strong interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication abilities
  • Dependability and professionalism

A Willingness to Learn and Receive Feedback

  • Ability to actively engage with children, sit on the floor, stand frequently, and lift up to 50 pounds as needed
  • Reliable transportation and punctual attendance
  • Ideal Backgrounds

Experience in any of the following areas is helpful but not required:

Childcare

Education

  • Preschool or daycare settings
  • Special education
  • Behavioral health
  • Psychology
  • Social work
  • Caregiving
  • Youth programs or camps
  • Join Our Team

If you're looking for a meaningful career where you can make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families while developing valuable clinical skills, we encourage you to apply today.

Fast Track ABA Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fast Track ABA Center aims to be an inclusive and equitable employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Key Responsibilities

The Behavior Technician provides one-on-one ABA therapy to children with autism to teach communication, social, and daily living skills. They are responsible for implementing treatment plans designed by a BCBA and recording session data.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Data collectionInstructional implementation

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Entry Level Autism Therapist at Fast Track ABA Center a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,961 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% are remote, 30% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$29k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $30k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$29k midpoint, that is roughly $1k–$2k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Wellness Resources
Dental Insurance
Paid Training
RBT Certification Support