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Entry-Level Autism Specialist

Ally Behavior Centers
Columbia, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/27/2025

Career path to $100k job as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)! We will fund your Master's degree through our tuition reimbursement program!

What Makes Us Unique

  • Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $21,000 (university partnerships with tuition discounts as well)
  • Full-time, salaried position, starting salary $35,000-$40,000
  • Guaranteed 40 hours per week & semi-monthly paycheck, regardless of client cancellations
  • Paid RBT Certification & BLS Certification reimbursement
  • Supervision Hours towards BCBA certification
  • Comprehensive Onboarding & Training
  • Collaborative Team Culture working with BCBAs, SLPs, and OTs
  • STARS internal promotion program

Job Summary

As an Autism Specialist at Ally Behavior, you will work to provide 1-on-1 Applied Behavior Analysis therapy to early learners with autism.

Who We Are

At Ally Behavior, we pride ourselves on offering a unique, collaborative, and supportive environment where both our children and our team thrive. As a full-time, center-based provider of early intervention Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, we focus on helping children with autism aged 18 months to 6 years of age reach their full potential. Our innovative approach in working with young learners, paired with the mentorship and guidance we offer our Behavior Technicians, is what sets us apart in the field. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality therapy to help our early learners reach their potential to communicate, improve social skills, and prepare for academic success.

We are driven by our core values: we are resourceful in finding solutions for both our clients and our team, always striving for treatment excellence to ensure the best outcomes. We firmly believe in serving others-putting the children and families we work with at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is one of unity and collaboration, where we work together as one Ally to ensure success. We also know that striving to grow is essential for our personal and professional development, and we ensure that every team member has the opportunity to thrive. Our STARS Program provides you with structured growth and professional development opportunities, ensuring that every team member is empowered to succeed in their career path. Whether you're new to ABA or seeking a more supportive environment to grow in, Ally Behavior is the place for you.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

  • Provide 1-on-1 ABA therapy to children in a center-based setting
  • Collect and track data to monitor client progress through Central Reach using an iPad
  • Implement BCBA-designed treatment plans that are unique to each child
  • Report client progress to the BCBA and assist in updating goals as necessary
  • Assist the BCBA with family training on treatment plan implementation
  • Collaborate with other clinicians and attend team meetings as scheduled
  • Maintain client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
  • Maintain open communication with families and clinical team to ensure the most effective treatment and goals

Experience & Certifications Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree in psychology, early childhood education, or related field preferred
  • Experience working with children required (nanny, teacher, camp counselor, etc); experience with children who have developmental delays or special needs preferred
  • RBT Certification (or willingness to complete training within 90 days)
  • BLS Certification (or willingness to complete training prior to hire)
  • Ability to work 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Monday through Friday
  • Reliable transportation and valid driver's license
  • Must pass federal and state background checks

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to sit on the floor, kneel, crawl, run, squat or stand for extended periods of time
  • Ability to lift 30 pounds

Personal Characteristics Requirements

  • Passionate about supporting children with autism and their families
  • Skilled in building trust, maintaining confidentiality, and collaborating in a team
  • Strong communicator with patience, adaptability, and a calm demeanor in stressful situations
  • Strong multitasking, time management, and problem-solving abilities
  • Committed to professional growth and development

Company Benefits

  • Paid Time Off: 18 days of PTO plus 9 paid holidays
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage through Cigna
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Company-sponsored DashPass
  • Short-Term Disability (100% Employer-Paid)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Term-Life/AD&D Insurance, Critical Illness with Cancer Insurance, Accident Insurance, and Hospital Confinement Insurance
  • Professional development opportunities

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply today to join a team that's committed to serving others and providing treatment excellence in an environment where you can grow and collaborate with a supportive team!


Note: This position is NOT eligible for Visa sponsorship. Ally Behavior is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with Federal and State Equal Opportunity Laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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