Play-Based Autism & Child Development Clinical Associate I

Aria Alessia Kids Center; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & vision

Dental coverage

401(k)

Mentorship

Career growth

Predictable schedules

RBT bonus

Job summary

Aria Alessia Kids Center in Tacoma, WA, is hiring a Clinical Associate I to work with children using play-based, evidence-supported ABA approaches. You will engage kids in activities, build trusting relationships with families, and support ongoing therapy sessions under mentorship.

You will complete a 40-hour RBT training and grow clinical skills through hands-on practice with a compassionate team. This role offers growth and structured supervision in a pediatric clinic setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Preferred: Bachelor's or Associate degree or currently enrolled in a similar program.
• Completion of the 40-hour Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training encouraged.
• Experience with children through education, childcare, therapy, coaching, camps, mentoring, or volunteer work.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Maintain a welcoming, organized, and safe clinic where every child can learn.
• Collaborate with a supportive team focused on helping kids grow and succeed.
• Model child-centered, relationship-based practices.
• Complete the required 40-hour RBT training and continue developing clinical skills through mentorship.

Skills

Play-based learning

Child engagement

Patience & compassion

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's/Associate or enrollment

Job description

Aria Alessia Kids Center in Tacoma, WA, is hiring a Clinical Associate I to work with children using play-based, evidence-supported ABA approaches. You will engage kids in activities, build trusting relationships with families, and support ongoing therapy sessions under mentorship.

You will complete a 40-hour RBT training and grow clinical skills through hands-on practice with a compassionate team. This role offers growth and structured supervision in a pediatric clinic setting.