Entry Level – Early Childhood Aide

In 1935, Louise Whitbeck Fraser opened a school in her home for people with disabilities — defying social expectations and choosing compassion over convention. She believed everyone deserves the chance to reach their potential and thrive. Today, that same bold spirit is alive in every Fraser service. We’re still building something bigger — a more inclusive, connected world where everyone belongs. At Fraser, you’ll find more than a job. You’ll find purpose, growth, and a place where your work changes lives — including your own.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay: The starting pay range for this role is $18.00 to $21.63 hourly depending upon experience and education.
• Paid Training & Supervision: We cover your RBT certification process, plus ongoing training to support your career growth.
• No Experience Needed: If you’re new to this field, we offer comprehensive training at full pay, including the first two weeks dedicated to getting you up to speed.
• Flexible Hours: Monday through Friday schedule with no nights or weekends.
• Career Advancement: We offer continuous training, tuition discounts, career path opportunities, transparent feedback, and promotion opportunities.
• Free snacks at all sites!
• Student loan repayment contributions, and more.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM in Minneapolis, MN.

Benefits

For Full-time Employees (30+ hours per week):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• UKG Wallet – Eligible employees can access earned wages before payday for added financial flexibility
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• 5 weeks of paid time off annually (18 days PTO + 9 Paid Holidays)
• Opportunities for community involvement in Fraser-organized events
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee Referral Bonuses

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with children aged 2 to 7 years old in a clinical or center-based environment, applying evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques.
• Implement and track progress on therapeutic goals, collect data, and engage in fun activities that help children develop essential skills (e.g., social awareness, communication, self-care, safety).
• Foster a positive and engaging environment with children through play, movement, singing, reading, and more!
• Communicate effectively with team members, families, and supervisors to share progress and feedback.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and stimulating therapy space.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required. A bachelor’s degree in psychology, Sociology, Child Development, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience in childcare, mental health, or as a paraprofessional is a plus, but not required.
• Passion: A love for working with children, particularly those with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental challenges.
• Other: Reliable transportation, ability to pass a background check, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Encouraged to Apply: Paraprofessional, Certified Nursing Assistant, Special Education Teacher, Personal Care Assistant, Direct Support Professional, Home Health Aide, Mental Health Practitioner, Childcare Provider, Caregiver, Social Worker, Behavioral Technician, ABA Therapist, Applied Behavior Analysis Therapist, Behavior Therapist, Mental Health Worker, Behavioral health Technicians.

Fraser is Minnesota’s leader in autism, mental health, and disability services — and one of the few Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs) in the state. As a nonprofit organization, we provide integrated community behavioral healthcare that improves quality, accessibility, and coordination of care. We lead with compassion, innovate with purpose, and fight for inclusion — every single day.