Child Autism Therapist (Entry-Level)
Listed compensation
$20-$28/hr
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- No weekends
Job description
Job Description
* Make a Difference Every Day: Action Behavior Centers hires caring people to help children with autism build communication, social, and independent skills.
* Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (predictable daytime hours - no nights). Optional Saturdays available based on patient needs
* Position Type: Full-Time
* Location: 1585 S. Perry St., Castle Rock, CO 80104
* Start Date: Immediate openings available
* Hiring Quickly: We typically respond to applications within 24 hours, so please keep an eye on your phone and email for interview scheduling.
* Training: No experience necessary. We provide paid training and fully cover your Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification.
* Experience That’s a PLUS (not required): Childcare experience such as nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, or tutor. Mental health roles such as QMHP or behavioral health technician. Camp counselors, paraprofessionals, caregivers, and life skills assistants. Psychology, Child Development, or any Health Sciences degree.
Pay (determined by education & previous ABA experience)
* High School / Associate’s Degree: $20–$24 per hour
* Bachelor’s Degree: $20–$25.50 per hour
* Master’s Degree: $20–$28 per hour
* Fun Fact: You’ll receive your first raise after earning your RBT certification!
What You’ll Be Doing: You’ll work one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years using play-based ABA therapy. In this role, you will:
* 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 kids grow and succeed
* Curious? Watch a Behavior Technician at work! https://youtu. be/VecOVgP_2RI
Job Requirements
* At least 18 years old
* High school diploma
* Ability to lift up to 30 lbs
* Comfortable sitting, standing, crouching, and getting on/off the floor frequently
* Able to maintain an active pace while working with young children
* Reliable attendance and punctuality
* Willingness to complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire
* Team mindset: may occasionally help support a nearby ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed
* Why Candidates Choose ABC
* Guaranteed full-time hours
* Paid training + fully covered RBT certification
* Raises every 6 months with clear growth goals
* 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
* Supportive, team-focused work environment
Growth Opportunities: At Action Behavior Centers, we are committed to helping our team members grow. Many Behavior Therapists advance into roles such as: Clinical Administrators, Operations Managers, and Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA)
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A Quick Note: Please do not reach out to clinic locations directly regarding your application status, as teams are busy supporting clients and families.
ABC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, including the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA). We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Key Responsibilities
You will work one-on-one with children using play-based ABA therapy to help them build communication and social skills. Responsibilities include following personalized treatment plans, collecting session data, and maintaining a safe, organized therapy environment.
Requirements
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma and the ability to lift up to 30 lbs. You must be comfortable with physical activity and willing to complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Child Autism Therapist (Entry-Level) at Action Behavior Centers a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Mental Health Therapy counselor listings evaluated on our platform. 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, 54% are remote, 14% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$50k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $48k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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