Join the Autism FIRST Team

Grow your career while making a meaningful impact on children and families across Virginia. At Autism FIRST, we believe talented people build stronger communities. Our team includes dedicated clinicians, compassionate caregivers, and skilled professionals who share one purpose: helping children and families reach their fullest potential.

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Why You Will Love Autism FIRST

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You are never expected to do this work alone. Our clinical and operational teams collaborate closely, share resources, and support one another as we work toward meaningful outcomes for children and families.
We value the perspectives, experiences, and strengths each team member brings to Autism FIRST. We want our employees to feel respected, heard, and able to contribute as themselves.
Every position at Autism FIRST contributes to something larger. Whether you work directly with children, guide clinical care, support families, or help our clinics operate successfully, your work matters.
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Hear it from our team!

Why Our Team Members Love Autism FIRST

“I look forward to seeing change and growth in the kids. What I really love is watching our clients learn and grow through play and interacting with other peers.”

BCBA

“There’s a lot of purpose here. It’s not just like clock in, clock out. We are a part of changing this child’s routine and life at home as well.”

Registered Behavior Technician

“I think it’s important to have good people in the place you work. I love my coworkers. I think they are awesome.”

Analyst in Training

“I have a great group of people here. Everyone has a great attitude, they’re friendly with each other, and you can tell they really love the kids.”

Registered Behavior Technician Trainer

“We are a team here. We all work together. You’re never going to be on an island by yourself.”

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Autism FIRST Employee Perks and Benefits

Behavior Technicians & Registered Behavior Technicians

  • Training and professional development support
  • Opportunities to develop ABA skills
  • Support from experienced clinical team members
  • Referral opportunities and career advancement
  • Full-Time and Part-Time opportunities may be available

Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs)

  • Clinical leadership opportunities
  • Professional development and continued learning
  • Access to experienced clinical leadership
  • Full-Time, Part-Time, and Remote opportunities may be available
  • Opportunities to mentor developing clinicians

Clinical Assessors

  • Opportunities to focus on assessment work
  • Collaborative clinical and administrative support
  • Opportunity to support multiple clinics and regions
  • Flexible opportunities may be available depending on organizational need

Clinical Leadership

  • Senior leadership opportunities
  • Direct impact on clinical and operational outcomes
  • Partnership with operational leadership
  • Opportunity to mentor BCBAs and developing clinicians
  • Support a growing multi-site organization
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How Our Team Connects

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Ready to Join Autism FIRST?

Explore current openings and take the next step toward a career that grows with you.

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Find Your Perfect Career Fit

Behavior Technicians & Registered Behavior Technicians

Work directly with children while implementing individualized ABA treatment plans under clinical supervision. Full-Time and Part-Time opportunities may be available across clinic-based and home-based programs.

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Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs)

Provide clinical leadership, develop individualized treatment plans, supervise clinical staff, monitor progress, and collaborate with families and team members.

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Clinical Assessment Opportunities

Support families through diagnostic and clinical assessment services while working alongside experienced clinical and administrative teams.

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Clinical Leadership

Help guide clinical teams, mentor clinicians, support quality care, and strengthen clinical operations across Autism FIRST locations.

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Clinic Operations & Management

Support the day-to-day operations that keep Autism FIRST clinics running effectively for staff, children, and families.

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Start Your Application

Ready to join Autism FIRST? Complete the application form below and tell us about your experience, the role you are interested in, and your preferred location.

If you experience any issues with the application form, you may also send your resume to recruiting@autismfirstus.com.


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