Child Autism Therapy Support – Entry-Level, Paid Training
Gracent Pediatric Therapy
Location
Keller, Texas
Salary
$18 - $20 / HOUR
Quick overview
Provide 1
1 behavioral therapy to autistic children ages 2-12 by implementing plans created by a BCBA. Work within an interdisciplinary team to provide neuroaffirming, assent-based care.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to physically engage with children, including lifting up to 45 lbs. Must be available Monday through Friday starting at 8:00 am.
Job description
- 📍 Gracent Pediatric Therapy — 773 Bandit Trail, Keller, TX 💵 $18/hour to start. $20 once you're certified (paid training) 🕒 Monday–Friday, 8:00 am start.
- This is an entry-level ABA therapy position.
- No prior clinical experience required.
- What we need is someone who is good with kids, stays calm under pressure, and wants to build a career in behavioral health, child psychology, education, or therapy.
- What a Behavior Technician Does As a Behavior Technician (BT) at Gracent Pediatric Therapy, you work 1:1 with autistic children ages 2–12.
- You implement therapy plans built by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and show up consistently, session after session, as a steady, supportive presence in each child's day.
- You'll spend the vast majority of your day with kids.
- You'll be on your feet.
- You'll be engaged.
- You'll be the most consistent adult in some of these kids' days, and that matters more than most job descriptions will tell you.
- What We Do Differently At Gracent Pediatric Therapy, we practice assent-based, neuroaffirming care, which means we follow each child's lead, honor their boundaries, and build trust before we build skills.
- You'll work alongside occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists in a genuinely interdisciplinary environment.
- Pay, Benefits & Growth Pay: $18/hour to start $20/hour upon RBT certification (within your first month — fully paid and supported) Performance-based raises every 6 months Time Off — 22+ paid days in your first year: 13 accrued PTO days 7 paid holidays (Memorial Day, Labor Day, 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day + 1/2 days on New Year's Eve and Christmas Eve) 2 personal days Health Benefits: Medical insurance — Gracent covers 75% of the premium on average Dental and vision insurance Telemedicine for all employees Basic life, AD&D, hospital indemnity, and disability insurance 5 tax-free spending accounts (FSA, HSA, dependent care, and more) Retirement: 401(k) with 4% company match Career & Growth: $500+ referral bonus when someone you refer gets hired $1,000+ scholarships for employees pursuing a Master's or PhD in a clinical field Free in-house CEUs for all team members BCBA supervision hours and test prep support for graduate students Clear growth tracks: BT → RBT → Lead RBT or BCBA pathway Who Thrives Here You don't need a clinical resume.
- You need real experience with kids — babysitting, coaching, camps, classroom work, tutoring, youth ministry, etc.
- You're a great fit for this behavior technician role if you: Stay calm and grounded when things get hard Find meaning in showing up consistently for someone who needs it Can take feedback and use it without getting defensive Are curious about careers in ABA, behavioral health, child psychology, special education, occupational therapy, or speech-language pathology Want a full-time job in Keller, Fort Worth, Southlake, or the surrounding DFW area with real benefits and room to grow
Requirements
High school diploma or GED required; college coursework in psychology, education, or a related field preferred Available Monday–Friday, 8am start Able to actively engage with children — sitting on the floor, walking, lifting up to 45 lbs Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship We're hiring now for full-time Behavior Technician positions in Keller, TX. We review every application and move quickly — apply today. Gracent Pediatric Therapy | 773 Bandit Trail, Keller, TX 76248 Serving Keller, Fort Worth, Southlake, Roanoke, Haslet, and the greater DFW area Per hour $18—$20 USD
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Vision Insurance
- Medical Insurance
- AD&D Insurance
- FSA
- HSA
- Basic Life Insurance
- Dependent Care Account
- Personal Days
- Referral Bonus
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Telemedicine
- Free In-house CEUs
- 401(k) with 4% Company Match
- Scholarships for Master's or PhD
- BCBA Supervision Hours