Child Behavior Therapist (RBT) Afternoon Part-Time
Listed compensation
$18-$20/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only
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Job 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!
This position is part-time, Monday to Friday - 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
- 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!
- Paid Time Off (PTO) annually.
- Part time afternoon schedule available noon - 4:00 pm.
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
Must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
All applicants with a high school diploma or equivalent are welcome—a college degree is preferred but not required
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 center-based ABA therapy to children with autism to help them reach educational and social goals. Collaborate with clinicians to implement custom therapy plans and document the progress of each child.
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Child Behavior Therapist (RBT) Afternoon Part-Time at Lighthouse Autism Center a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Mental Health Therapy (Behavior Analysis) — ranked against 253 active Mental Health Therapy (Behavior Analysis) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
Mental Health Therapy Career Context
Lighthouse Autism Center holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 74/100, 57 active listings.
Of the 40 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 65% are remote, 30% have no call, 75% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Nebraska is 90.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.4% of Nebraska clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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