Build a career that changes lives

Our goal is to give children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) the support they need to reach their greatest potential. Everything we do is informed by our guiding principles.

We are:

  • Oriented to children
  • Propelled by people
  • Driven by science
  • Inspired by innovation
  • Connected to dialogue 
  • Guided with compassion
  • Empowered by responsibility

Why Choose Marcus Autism Center

Marcus Autism Center plays an essential role in pediatric autism research and clinical care as one of the largest autism centers in the U.S. We offer state-of-the-art, evidence-based assessment, intervention, training and research, and we advocate for children with ASD. The unique skills, expertise and compassion of our employees truly make Marcus Autism Center exceptional. Together, we bring our mission to life and make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families. 

The Marcus Autism Center Experience

Marcus Autism Center employees are as unique and special as our patients, and we consider all the touchpoints of an employee’s journey. Our employees are a significant influence to our mission, and contribute to maximizing the potential of all children today and transforming autism for future generations. 

We know that to excel professionally, you need to be taken care of personally, and we promise an environment and experience that delivers on both. This is also a promise to our patients and families to attract, retain and surround them with a leading staff that feels valued, supported and excited to come to work. Our employees are celebrated through employee appreciation events and recognized by system-wide and center-level awards. 

Marcus Autism Center at a Glance 

  • Marcus Autism Center is one of the largest clinical providers of autism care in the country.
  • We treat more kids with autism than anywhere else in the Southeast.
  • In 2022, we cared for more than 5,500 children and teens across more than 46,000 visits.
    • Served 1,665 children in the Multidisciplinary Feeding Program
    • Served 567 children in the Severe Behavior program, which is the largest and most comprehensive program for the treatment of severe behavior in the world.
    • Served 87 unique children in the ABA Therapy Service program in 2022, with over 8,300 visits.
  • Our faculty contributed to over 360 publications since 2019.
  • We’ve achieved over 4,700 enrollments across 46 research studies since 2018.

Job Opportunities

Marcus Autism Center is a not-for-profit organization and a subsidiary of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.

We are growing and looking for qualified individuals to join our team for the following programs and services. Check out our open positions.

  • ABA Therapy
  • Language and Learning Clinic
  • Multidisciplinary Feeding Program
  • Severe Behavior Program

To apply for a job at Marcus Autism Center, all candidates must apply online through the Children's Careers website. Call 800-343-0266 with any questions.

Training Opportunities 

Marcus Autism Center offers professional training opportunities including internships, fellowships and career-related volunteering options. Learn more about our training programs and view our offerings.

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