Child Autism Specialist (Entry-Level)
The Child Autism Specialist role involves delivering one-on-one ABA therapy to children diagnosed with autism, implementing evidence-based behavior treatment plans to teach social, communication, and life skills. This entry-level position offers paid training to become a Registered Behavior Technician and emphasizes collaboration with experienced clinicians to foster professional growth in behavioral health and educational fields.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Pediatric ABA Therapy.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Child Autism Specialist to deliver one-on-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to young children with autism in a clinic setting in Roanoke, VA. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates starting a career in behavioral health who want paid training and fast development toward a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) role.
- Work one-on-one with children diagnosed with autism to deliver evidence-based ABA interventions
- Implement treatment plans that teach social, communication and adaptive life skills
- Collect accurate data and report progress to supervising clinicians (BCBAs)
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and families to support consistent skill generalization
- Participate in ongoing training and supervision to develop clinical skills and advance toward RBT certification
What We Offer
Confidential Client provides benefits and career support designed for growth and work-life balance.
- Frequent performance reviews and wage increases (typically every 6 months)
- Paid onboarding and paid training to accelerate progression to RBT
- Clinic-based work in modern, collaborative therapy spaces
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options (eligibility rules apply)
- Company-paid behavioral and medical telehealth services
- Paid time off and paid company holidays
- 401(k) plan with employer match (4%)
- Company-paid basic life and disability insurance; voluntary supplemental plans available
- Employee rewards, recognition programs and company events
- Employee discounts and optional pet insurance
Estimated compensation (provided by source): $57,170 per year (estimated; pay may vary based on experience applying ABA under BCBA supervision).
What You’ll Bring
- A passion for working with children with autism and supporting their families
- Eagerness to learn and collaborate within a caring clinical team
- High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree in any field preferred
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license (for clinic and occasional community-based sessions)
- Commitment to professional growth and to bringing your whole self to work
Location & Logistics
- Job location: Roanoke, VA (clinic-based)
- Role type: Entry-level; training provided. Candidates eligible for benefits at typical hours (e.g., 30+ hrs/week for some plans).
About the Industry
This role is with a provider in Pediatric ABA Therapy delivering behavioral health services for young children with autism spectrum disorder. The position is focused on direct-care therapy, supervised clinical practice, and professional development toward RBT certification.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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