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Action Behavior Centers
Lewisville, Texas

School Readiness Behavior Therapist

Counselor / TherapistNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$15.5-$27/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Job Description

In the ABC Academy program, you’ll help children ages 5–12 succeed by providing support alongside their school experience.

  • Make a difference every day by working hands-on with children with autism to build communication, social, and independent living skills through ABA therapy. You’ll implement individualized treatment plans, collaborate with a supportive team, and receive training to earn your RBT certification.
  • Schedule: Monday - Friday from 12:00 - 6:30 pm, Saturdays from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Position is FULL-TIME
  • Location: 5151 State Highway 121 The Colony, Texas 75056
  • Start Date: Immediate openings available!
  • Hiring Immediately: We respond quickly to applications, so please be ready for a call or email to schedule your interview
  • Experience that’s a PLUS (but not required): Childcare: nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, tutor. Mental Health Roles: QMHP, behavioral health technicians. Camp Counselors, Paraprofessionals, Caregivers, Life Skill Assistants, SPED teachers

Pay (determined by education and ABA experience)

  • High School / Associate’s Degree: $15.50 - $23.50 per hour
  • Bachelor’s Degree: $16.50 - $25.50 per hour
  • Master’s Degree: $17.50 – $27.00 per hour
  • Fun Fact: You’ll receive your first raise after earning your RBT certification!

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Work one-on-one with children aged 5 to 12 years using play-based ABA therapy
  • Follow personalized treatment plans, collect simple data, and communicate with your team
  • Help kids learn through play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities
  • Stay active during sessions, moving constantly to stay engaged with children
  • Maintain a clean, organized, safe therapy space
  • Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team that celebrates progress and growth

Be Ready to Hear From Us: We respond to applications quickly, often within 24 hours. Please keep your phone nearby and check your email so we can schedule your interview as soon as possible.

Job Requirements

  • Lift up to 30lbs
  • Sit, stand, crouch, squat, and move quickly with young children
  • Get on and off the floor frequently
  • Maintain an active pace throughout the day
  • Keep therapy spaces clean, organized, and safe
  • At least 18 years old
  • High school diploma
  • Consistent attendance and punctuality
  • Willingness to complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire
  • Commitment to ABC’s core value of team; may occasionally help support a nearby sister clinic if that center is experiencing a need for coverage

Why Candidates Choose ABC

  • Guaranteed 30 hours per week
  • Paid training and fully covered RBT certification
  • Raises every 6 months with clear goals
  • Free lunch every Friday
  • DoorDash DashPass and Calm app provided
  • Paid time off: 10 holidays, 10 PTO days, 2 flex days
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision through Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Student loan repayment support
  • A team-focused, supportive, fun work environment

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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 provide one-on-one, play-based ABA therapy to children aged 5 to 12 to support their communication and social development. Additionally, you will implement individualized treatment plans, collect data, and collaborate with a supportive team.

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma and the ability to perform physical tasks like lifting 30lbs and moving quickly. You must also be willing to complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Communication skillsSocial skillsData collectionTreatment plan implementationTeam collaborationPlay-based therapy

Counselor Career Context

Action Behavior Centers holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 309 active listings.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% are remote, 24% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$46k in purchasing powerTexas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Texas453 active7,870 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 38% remote · 24% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentloan repaymentTexas Counselor listings: 7% state a sign-on bonus · 21% offer loan repayment707 active listings, Oct 2026
Mental Health Therapy pay trend+1.0% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Action Behavior Centerssilver tier, 71/100Top Employers work-life index309 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$44k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
89%
CME allowance
29%
Sign-on bonus
21%
PSLF eligible
7%
Loan repayment
4% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 3.9
Better work-life than 30% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,885 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • On-site
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About Action Behavior Centers

Mental Health Care
Austin, Texas
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health insurance covered at 90%
Dental and Vision benefits
10 paid holidays
10 PTO days
2 flex days
Free lunch every Friday
DoorDash DashPass
Calm app provided

Living in Lewisville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$349k
Typical market rent
$1,538/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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