Clinical Associate II - Autism & Child Development

Aria Alessia Kids Center; Vancouver (WA); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 56 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Mentorship & development

Résumé du poste

Aria Alessia Kids Center in Vancouver, WA seeks a Clinical Associate II to support autism and child development through evidence-based, play-based ABA. The role centers on building relationships with children and families, guiding learning moments, and staying engaged during therapy sessions.

You will participate in 40-hour RBT training and ongoing mentorship while contributing to a welcoming clinic that celebrates each child's strengths and promotes growth through joyful, child-centered

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Preferred: 40-hour RBT training completed.
• Experience with children through education, childcare, therapy, coaching, camps, mentoring, or volunteer work is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Help children learn through play, movement, reading and hands-on activities.
• Build warm, trusting relationships with children and their families.
• Stay active and engaged throughout therapy sessions.
• Maintain a welcoming, organized, and safe clinic environment.

Connaissances

Relationship-building

Play-based learning

Team collaboration

Child development

Formation

Bachelor's Degree

Description du poste

Careers

Clinical Associate II - Autism & Child Development

Vancouver, Washington

About The Role

At Aria Alessia Kids Center, we believe children learn best when they feel happy, connected and excited to explore. That's why our approach combines evidence-based practices with joyful, play-based experiences that celebrate each child's unique interests and strengths. As a Clinical Associate II, you'll spend your day building meaningful relationships with children through play, movement, creativity, books, games and everyday moments that become opportunities for learning.

A Better Way to Practice ABA

Our clinical approach combines evidence-based models such as the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) and Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT) to create engaging, naturalistic, and play-based learning experiences.

• Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
• Early Start Denver Model (ESDM)
• Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT)
• Other play-based, developmental approaches

This position includes paid training to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).

In This Role, You Will:

• Help children learn through play, games, movement, reading and hands-on activities
• Build warm, trusting relationships with children and their families.
• Stay active and engaged throughout therapy sessions
• Help maintain a welcoming, organized, and safe clinic where every child can feel comfortable learning.
• Collaborate with a supportive team focused on helping kids grow and succeed
• Model the use of child-centered, relationship-based practices
• Complete the required 40-hour Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training and continue developing your clinical skills through ongoing mentorship.

Qualification

Required

• Bachelor's Degree

Preferred

• Completion of the 40-hour Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training
• Experience working with children through education, childcare, therapy, coaching, camps, mentoring, or volunteer work
• A playful, patient, and compassionate approach to supporting young children

We also encourage applicants interested in learning more about the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) to explore the online RBT training available at: Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) RBT Online Training

You Might Thrive In This Role If You:

• Love learning and are excited to grow your clinical skills.
• Value teamwork, kindness, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Want a career where your work has a lasting impact on children and families.
• Enjoy being active, creative, and playful throughout the day
• Find genuine joy in spending time with young children.

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for performance-based increases
• $250 bonus for certified Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits
• Ongoing mentorship and professional development
• Clear opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• Predictable, consistent schedules
• Accessible, supportive and responsive leadership
• Clinical resources that help you do your best work
• Hands-on training in evidence-based, play-based approaches including ESDM and PRT
• A workplace where curiosity, collaboration, and kindness are part of everyday practice

Join Our Team

At Aria Alessia Kids Center, we believe meaningful work begins with meaningful relationships. Here, you'll help children discover new skills, celebrate everyday victories and experience the joy of learning through play—all while growing into the clinician you aspire to become.

Join a team where your work has purpose, your voice is valued, and your career has room to grow.

Compensation

$19 - $27 hourly

$250 hiring bonus for certified Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)