Child Autism Therapist (Entry-Level)
The Child Autism Therapist role involves delivering one-on-one play-based ABA therapy to children aged 18 months to 8 years, following personalized treatment plans and collecting session data. This full-time, on-site position offers paid training and certification, emphasizing active engagement, teamwork, and supporting children's communication and social skill development in a supportive clinical environment.
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Overview
Confidential Client is hiring entry-level Child Autism Therapists to deliver play-based ABA therapy to young children in Prior Lake, MN. This full-time role includes paid training and fully covered Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification. Predictable daytime schedule (Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm) with possible occasional Saturdays.
What You’ll Do
You will work one-on-one with children (approximately 18 months–8 years) using play-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) methods to teach communication, social, and daily living skills.
- Follow individualized treatment plans and collect simple session data
- Use play, movement, games, reading, and hands-on activities to teach skills
- Stay active and engaged during sessions; get on/off the floor frequently
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment
- Communicate and collaborate with your clinical team and supervisors
- Participate in paid training and earn RBT certification (covered by the employer)
Schedule & Location
- Location: Prior Lake, MN 55372 (onsite)
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (predictable daytime hours). Optional Saturdays based on client needs.
- Position type: Full-time
- Start date: Immediate openings
Pay & Benefits
Pay varies by education and prior ABA experience:
- High School / Associate’s Degree: $20–$24 per hour
- Bachelor’s Degree: $20–$25.50 per hour
- Master’s Degree: $20–$28 per hour
Benefits and perks:
- Paid training and fully covered RBT certification
- Health insurance (90% employer-covered), dental and vision
- Raises every 6 months with clear growth goals
- 10 paid holidays, 10 PTO days, 2 flex days
- Free lunch every Friday; DoorDash DashPass and Calm app access
- Student loan repayment support
- Guaranteed full-time hours and supportive, team-focused environment
Minimum Qualifications
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Able to lift up to 30 lbs and maintain an active pace
- Comfortable with frequent sitting, standing, crouching, and getting on/off the floor
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
- Willingness to complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire
- Team mindset — may occasionally support nearby clinics if coverage is needed
Experience helpful but not required: childcare, tutoring, camp counseling, paraprofessional roles, behavioral health technician, or related coursework (Psychology, Child Development, Health Sciences).
Career Growth
Confidential Client supports internal advancement. Typical career paths from this role include Clinical Administrator, Operations Manager, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) roles.
Equal Opportunity & Candidate Notes
Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination based on any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Please do not contact clinic locations directly about application status; recruitment will follow up.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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