Clinical Assistant - Autism & Child Development

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 Assistant, you'll spend your day building meaningful relationships with children through play, movement, creativity, books, games and everyday moments that become opportunities for learning.

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.

You'll work alongside experienced clinicians while receiving ongoing mentorship and hands-on experience in naturalistic developmental behavioral interventions, including:

• 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).

• 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.

Required

High School Diploma

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

• 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.

• 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

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.

$17 - $23.5 hourly

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