Child Autism Therapist (Entry-Level)

CounselorIncludes weekendsPart-Time

Listed compensation

$25-$28/hr

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Part-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Includes weekends
Posted 3h ago · Verified live

Job Description

Child Autism Therapist - Behavior Technician

Position Details

  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM–8:00 PM
  • Optional Saturdays: May be available based on client needs
  • Position Type: Part-Time
  • Location: Antioch, CA
  • Start Date: Immediate openings available
  • Settings: In-Home Clients & In-Center

Why Join BTA?

At BTA, we are dedicated to helping children reach their full potential through personalized Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. Our clinical team creates individualized treatment programs that support children in developing motor, social, cognitive, and communication skills, empowering them and their families to thrive in everyday life.

What We Offer

  • Paid training and ongoing professional development
  • RBT certification support
  • Guaranteed 15–20 hours per week
  • Mileage/travel reimbursement
  • Employee referral bonuses
  • Meaningful work helping children with autism develop essential life skills
  • Earn Extra with Our Shift Bonuses
  • Evening Sessions (Monday–Friday, starting at 6:00 PM): +$5/hour on top of your regular hourly rate
  • Weekend Sessions (Saturday & Sunday): +$10/hour on top of your regular hourly rate

What You'll Be Doing

  • Work one-on-one with children ages 3 to 16 years using play-based ABA therapy
  • Follow individualized treatment plans and collect session data
  • Help children develop skills through play, movement, games, and hands-on activities
  • Create a safe, positive, and engaging environment for children
  • Collaborate with a supportive clinical team to help each child reach their goals

What We're Looking For

  • At least 18 years old
  • High school diploma
  • Valid driver's license, car insurance under your name and reliable vehicle
  • Comfortable sitting, standing, crouching, and working on the floor throughout the day
  • Able to stay active and engaged while working with young children
  • Reliable, punctual, and committed to consistent attendance

We are committed to helping our team members grow. Many Behavior Therapists advance into roles such as: Clinical Coordinators, Associate Clinical Supervisor, Clinical Managers and Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA)

Hiring Quickly: We typically respond to applications within 24 hours, so please keep an eye on your phone and email for interview scheduling.

Key Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one ABA therapy to children ages 3 to 16 in home and center settings. Implement individualized treatment plans, collect session data, and facilitate skill development through play and hands-on activities.

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma and a valid driver's license. The role requires the physical ability to work on the floor and engage actively with children.

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Data collectionBehavior managementChild developmentPlay-based therapyMotor skills developmentSocial skills trainingCognitive developmentPatient careDocumentation

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% are remote, 46% have no call, 56% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$55k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $50k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

3.9/ 10
Listing-based score
  • Includes weekends

Living in Antioch

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$538k
Typical market rent
$2,851/mo
Residents’ average commute
42 min
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Behavior Treatment & Analysis

Mental Health Care
Walnut Creek, California
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Paid Training
Ongoing Professional Development
RBT Certification Support
Mileage/Travel Reimbursement
Employee Referral Bonuses
Shift Bonuses (Evening +$5/hr, Weekend +$10/hr)