Direct Support Professional; RBT

Direct Support Professional (RBT)

Join Lighthouse Autism Center as a Direct Support Professional (RBT). Are you looking for a fun, rewarding career dedicated to helping children reach their full potential? As an RBT, you will work with a team of rockstar clinicians and behavior analysts to provide high-quality, center-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children with autism.

You will receive all the training you need to play an integral role in helping children learn new skills and reach their goals. Join a team that is dedicated to living out Lighthouse's Core Values by being Compassionate, Trustworthy, Courageous, and Committed—and become a Lighthouse Legend!

• Work one-on-one with kids (18 months to school age) to provide ABA therapy in a center-based approach.
• Collaborate with a team of clinicians and behavior analysts to implement custom therapy plans unique to the needs of each child.
• Use your creativity and enthusiasm in a play-based and naturalistic therapy setting.
• Help children progress in educational and social settings and prepare them to transition to a more traditional school setting.
• Track and document progress for each child as you implement custom therapy programs.
• Be part of a fun and supportive team that is dedicated to living out Lighthouse's Core Values.

• Paid training to ensure confidence and success as you earn your Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification and begin your career in ABA therapy. Additional training is provided as you progress through our career levels.
• Tuition reimbursement toward master’s level education in a needed field. Lighthouse will support you all the way to BCBA Certification if you have the drive and desire.
• Competitive salary with opportunities for advancement and growth—within 3 to 15 months you could climb from Trainee to RBT Trainer with pay raises along the way.
• Benefits that start on day one: health, dental and vision insurance, $20,000 life insurance coverage at no cost, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match after 30 days.
• Generous time off: 3 weeks of earned Paid Time Off (PTO) annually, 8 paid holidays per year, and paid parental leave.
• Full‑time schedule, Monday through Friday, and 40+ hours per week.
• No contractual obligation—hope you stay because it’s a great place to work, not because you’re contractually obligated.
• A supportive and fun work environment dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children with autism and their families.

• All applicants with a high‑school diploma or equivalent are welcome—college degree preferred but not required.
• Experience working with children is preferred but not required.
• A passion for working with children with autism spectrum disorder and their families.
• An eagerness to be part of a caring and team‑oriented company culture.
• A deep commitment to show up every day and support a learner in their progress.

• Lifting/carrying more than 50 lbs.; ability to sustain impact to body in any area, run, crouch, squat, kneel for sustained periods, bend at the waist to touch knees/toes, full range of motion of hands and arms, sit on floor and chair for long periods, move quickly from standing to seated or kneeling without support, and communicate expressively and receptively both verbally and in writing.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license preferred.
• Safety is a priority at Lighthouse; a background check and drug test will be required at the time of hire.

Base salary: $18.00 per hour.

Monthly pay: 2 pay periods per month.

If you're ready to become a Lighthouse Legend and make a difference in the lives of children with autism, apply today!