RBT: Playful ABA Therapist—Help Kids Grow

Ascend; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with match

PTO & holidays

Birthday day off

Mental health resources

Job summary

Ascend is hiring Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT) to work full time in Arvada, CO. You will engage individually with children on the autism spectrum, using play and ABA techniques to teach daily living skills.

No extensive ABA experience is required, but a good heart, a willingness to learn, and the ability to build real relationships with children are essential. Compensation ranges from $21.00 to $27.00 per hour, with potential up to $5/hour more in the first year through growth and

Qualifications

• No prior ABA experience required, but willingness to learn.
• Ability to build genuine relationships with children.

Responsibilities

• Work 1-on-1 with children on the autism spectrum.
• Use play, creativity, and ABA strategies to teach daily living skills.
• Bring patience, energy, and celebrate wins during sessions.
• Support language acquisition and daily living skills.

Skills

1-on-1 instruction

ABA therapy

Relationship building

Patience & energy

Job description

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REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN (RBT) – PLAY. GROW. CHANGE A LIFE

ABA Therapist Full Time Arvada, CO, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1479

Salary Range: $21.00 To $27.00 Hourly

Job Posting Title REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN (RBT) – PLAY. GROW. CHANGE A LIFE

Job Description

What if your job was to make a child laugh, learn, and believe in themselves?

At Ascend Behavior Partners , that's what RBTs do every day.

You’ll get to work with children with autism through play, teaching, and everyday activities.

You don't need years of ABA experience. You do need a good heart, a willingness to learn, and the ability to build a real relationship with a child.

What you’ll do

• Work 1-on-1 with children on the autism spectrum

• Use play, creativity, and ABA therapy to teach everyday life skills

• Bring patience, energy, and fun to each session, and celebrate all wins!

• Work with kids on daily living skills, language acquisition and challenging behaviors.

What you’ll get

• Join a Special Community with authentic relationships and a supportive team

• Training to become a Registered Behavior Technician (comes with a pay raise!)

• Smiles and laughs from kids

• A rewarding career path in behavioral health

Pay & benefits

$21–$27/hour to start Up to $5/hour additional in your first year through growth & development AND $1 if you speak spanish.

• Medical, dental & vision

• 401(k) with up to 4% match

• PTO + paid holidays + your birthday day off

• Free virtual healthcare & mental health resources

• Volunteer time off + paid sabbatical

• 5 levels of growth in your RBT role

• Strong supervision for RBTs (minimum 10%)

What we need from you:

• Professional experience working with children

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Reliable transportation & drivers’ license

• Willing to work in home or in-clinic

• Ability to pass background check

• Willingness to obtain RBT certification

• Availability to work M-F (full time = 8am-5:30pm; part-time = half that)

Why Ascend?

At Ascend, you'll hear things like:

“Celebrate all wins.” “Clear is kind.” “Problems are opportunities.” “You don't need a title to be a leader.” “Embrace your inner child.”

This isn’t just a job. We believe it can be a #LifeChanging experience through the relationships you build and the impact you have on kids and families.

Apply now and start your Ascend journey today!