Autism Support Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Why You’ll Love this Autism Support Specialist Job!    

Bring your energy, compassion, and enthusiasm for working with kids as a Autism Support Specialist, Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in Phoenix, AZ! In this role, you’ll be hands-on in helping children with developmental disabilities learn, grow, and reach meaningful milestones through one-on-one ABA therapy.

Step into a career where you’ll work directly with kids to build life skills, boost communication, and grow their confidence. Every session is a chance to celebrate progress, encourage positive change, and know that the work you’re doing truly matters.

Pay : $21 - $24 / hour   
*pay is based on experience and certifications

Schedule : Multiple shifts are available based on business needs and candidate availability. Specific schedules will be discussed during the interview.

Why Axis for Autism?  

• Paid Training: we’ll help you get RBT Certified!
• Professional Development : Career opportunities to grow and learn professionally/personally within the ABA field, plus professional development dollars (annual)
• Pay : Differential pay for in-home and late afternoon sessions
• Insurance : Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance 
• Collaborative Working Environment with multidisciplinary team
• Time Off : Paid time off, paid sick time, 8 observed holidays plus one personal day 

Happy lives here—people care deeply, collaborate openly, and consistently show up for one another in ways that give you a sense of belonging. When you join us, you become part of a home for hope, creating meaningful impact for families every day through compassion, commitment, and moments that truly matter. And here, you can grow your purpose with opportunities to learn, stretch, and thrive—supported by a team that celebrates your progress and believes in every step you take forward. 

Ready to make a direct and lasting impact on Arizona families? Apply today for the Autism Support Specialist, Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) position in Phoenix, AZ!    Responsibilities

• Provide direct client care in one-on-one and group settings in clinic and homes
• Follow behavior reduction and behavioral skill acquisition protocols
• Consistently implement treatment plans under Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) supervision
• Collect, record and summarize data on observable client’s behavior
• Ensure that client’s session notes are entered into the medical records on a timely basis and in accordance with established organizational procedures
• Effectively communicate with caregivers and/or school personnel regarding client progress as instructed by supervising clinician
• Assist supervising clinician with preparation of client materials, behavior reduction assessments and skills acquisition
• Regularly engage with supervisor and management to provide pertinent feedback regarding client sessions, and request support
• Understand and adhere to HIPAA policies
• Additional duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (preferred) 
• At least one (1) year of related professional experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or other developmental disabilities
• RBT certification (preferred, not required- we'll train you!) 
• Prior experience as a direct support professional is a plus 
• Knowledge and/or experience in the field of early intervention (preferred)
• Patience and desire to grow in the field of ABA
• Solid interpersonal skills required to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to be flexible and respond to varying situations
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to serve culturally and linguistically diverse families in low and high social economic status areas
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Comfortable using different technologies and software programs, as well as data collection applications
• Bilingual is a plus!