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Lighthouse Autism Center
Asheboro, North Carolina

Child Behavior Therapist (RBT)

BCBANo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$20-$22/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
No weekends
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Job Description

Description

Are you looking for a fun, rewarding career dedicated to helping children reach their full potential? If so, we want YOU to join us as a RBT at Lighthouse Autism Center!

As a RBT at Lighthouse, you will work with a team of rockstar clinicians and behavior analysts to provide high-quality, center-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children with autism.

You'll receive all the training you need to play an integral role in helping children learn new skills and reach their goals. Join a team that is dedicated to living out Lighthouse's Core Values by being Compassionate, Trustworthy, Courageous, and Committed--and become a Lighthouse Legend!

  • Here are some of the awesome things you'll get to do as an RBT at Lighthouse:
  • Work one-on-one with kids (18 months to school age) to provide ABA therapy in a center-based approach.
  • Collaborate with a team of clinicians and behavior analysts to implement custom therapy plans unique to the needs of each child.
  • Use your creativity and enthusiasm in a play-based and naturalistic therapy setting.
  • Help children to progress in educational and social settings and prepare children to eventually transition to a more traditional school setting.
  • Track and document progress for each child as you implement custom therapy programs.
  • Be a part of a fun and supportive team that is dedicated to living out Lighthouse's Core Values.

What We Bring

Paid training to help ensure you are confident and successful as you earn your Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification and begin your career in ABA therapy. Additional training as you progress through our career levels.

Tuition reimbursement toward masters level education in a needed field. If you have the drive and desire, Lighthouse will be by your side all the way to BCBA Certification.

Competitive salary with opportunities for advancement and growth—in only 3 to 15 months, you could climb from Trainee to RBT Trainer with pay raises along the way!

Benefits that start on day one: health, dental, and vision insurance, $20,000 life insurance coverage at no cost to you, Employee Assistance Program (EAP). 401k retirement plan with company match after 30 days.

Generous time off: 3 weeks earned Paid Time Off (PTO) annually, 8 paid holidays per year, and paid parental leave.

Full time schedule, Monday through Friday, and 40+ hours per week.

No contractual obligation! We hope you stay because it’s a great place to work, not because you are contractually obligated to do so.

A supportive and fun work environment that is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children with autism and their families.

What You Bring

All applicants with a high school diploma or equivalent are welcome—a college degree is preferred but not required.

  • Experience working with children preferred but not required.
  • A passion for working with children with autism spectrum disorder and their families.
  • An eagerness to be a part of a caring and team-oriented company culture.
  • A deep commitment to show up every day and support a learner in their progress.

If you're ready to become a Lighthouse Legend and make a difference in the lives of children with autism, apply today!

Requirements

Candidates must be 18 years or older to be considered for this position.

Lifting/Carrying more than 50 lbs. Able to sustain impact to body (i. e., being hit, etc.) in any area. Running, crouching, squatting, and ability to kneel for sustained periods of time. Bending at the waist to touch knees and/or toes. Full range of motion of hands and arms.

Sitting on the floor and chair for long periods of time. Ability to move quickly from standing to seated, or kneeling position, without support. Communicate expressively and receptively both verbally and written.

Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license preferred.

Important Note: Safety is a priority at Lighthouse. You will undergo a background check and drug test at the time of hire.

Key Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children with autism in a center-based setting. Collaborate with clinicians to implement custom therapy plans and track progress for each child.

Key Skills

Child developmentBehavioral interventionData trackingDocumentationClinical collaborationPatient careAutism spectrum disorder supportInstructional supportSocial skills trainingBehavioral analysis

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Child Behavior Therapist (RBT) at Lighthouse Autism Center a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Mental Health Therapy healthcare professional listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Mental Health Therapy Career Context

Lighthouse Autism Center ranks #7 of 13 employers hiring Behavior Analyst on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay, and holds silver-tier status on the Top Employers work-life index, composite score 73/100, 52 active listings.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 76% are remote, 18% have no call, 82% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$44k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $46k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks48 jobs · 26 employers

CME allowance
96%
401k / retirement match
94% this job
Sign-on bonus
83%
Relocation assistance
38%
Loan repayment
35%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 6.0
Higher than about 5 in 10 of 227 Mental Health Therapy (Behavior Analysis) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10. Shaded area = share of comparable listings scoring below this one.

  • No weekends

Living in Asheboro

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$256k
Typical market rent
$1,105/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.9
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Greensboro-High Point, NC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Lighthouse Autism Center

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Benefits & Perks

Paid Training
RBT Certification Support
Tuition Reimbursement
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
$20,000 Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401k with Company Match
3 Weeks PTO