Child Care Specialist

Soar Autism Center; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Student loan repayment

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) after 1 year of service

Guaranteed 30 hours per week

Job summary

Soar Autism Center in Mesa, AZ is seeking entry-level Child Care Specialists (Behavior Technicians) to provide one-on-one ABA therapy for children aged 2–6 in a center setting.

You will follow clinician-designed care plans, document progress on a tablet, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. Paid RBT training is provided, with ongoing professional development and a clear progression path to raises and promotions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, verified for RBT certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain RBT certification within the first six weeks.
• Reliable transportation to training location and local center, with dependable attendance.
• Clear verbal and written communication, teamwork, and comfort using computers and tablets.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and stay mobile as part of role.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one, play-based ABA therapy to young children in a center setting.
• Follow individualized care plans created by clinicians in behavior analysis, speech therapy, and occupational therapy.
• Observe and document each child's progress using a computer or tablet.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team and share updates that support consistent, high-quality care.
• Soar provides paid training for RBT certification and ongoing professional development; career progression with raises every three months.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Computer/tablet use

Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

RBT certification (to be obtained within 6 weeks)

Tools

Tablet/computer proficiency

Job description

At Soar Autism Center, Child Care Specialists, also known as Behavior Technicians, help children ages 2 to 6 with autism learn, communicate, and grow through play. Our care is based on the Early Start Denver Model, a play-based approach to Applied Behavior Analysis. This in-person, center-based role offers hands-on experience in child development, psychology, education, and behavioral health.

This is an entry-level opportunity. Prior RBT certification is not required for most locations because Soar provides paid training and supports team members in earning and maintaining the credential. The role may be a strong fit for people with experience in childcare, daycare, education, caregiving, paraprofessional support, direct support, or behavioral health.

What You Will Do

• Provide one-on-one, play-based ABA therapy to young children in a center setting.
• Follow individualized care plans created by clinicians in behavior analysis, speech therapy, and occupational therapy.
• Observe and document each child's progress using a computer or tablet.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team and share updates that support consistent, high-quality care.
• Soar provides paid training for RBT certification and ongoing professional development. Through the Soar to New Heights career progression program, team members are considered for raises and promotions every three months as they build skills.
• Longer-term career paths may include behavior analysis, psychology, speech therapy, occupational therapy, training, operations, and other behavioral health roles.

Pay And Benefits

• $21.50 - $28.50/hour. Initial offers are typically $21.50 to $22.75 per hour, with regular bonus and promotion opportunities. A sign-on bonus is included with all offers.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits, plus generous paid time off and a paid holiday schedule.
• Student loan repayment and tuition reimbursement benefits.
• 401(k) plan after one year of service.
• A guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week for full-time roles.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, as verified by a resume, application, or BACB attestation for RBT certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain RBT certification within the first six weeks of employment.
• Reliable transportation to the training location and local center, along with dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills, teamwork, and comfort using computers and tablets.
• Ability to sit, stand, kneel, change positions quickly, spend extended time on the floor, occasionally run short distances, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with children, especially ages 2 to 6. Enrollment in or completion of a college degree in child development, psychology, education, or a related field is also preferred.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Soar Autism Center is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and protected characteristics.

This position is "evergreen", and does not have an associated application deadline.