Entry-Level Direct Support Professional (Bachelor's Degree Required)
About The Position
Action Behavior Centers is hiring a full-time, entry-level Direct Support Professional to help children with autism develop communication, social, and independent skills. The role works one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years, providing play-based ABA therapy by following personalized treatment plans, collecting session data, and supporting learning through play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities. The position also involves keeping the therapy environment clean, organized, and safe and collaborating with a team focused on children’s growth. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with predictable daytime hours and no nights. Optional Saturdays may be available based on patient needs. The role is located at 7755 3rd St N, Suite 150, Oakdale, Minnesota. No prior experience is necessary; paid training is provided, and the company covers the RBT certification. Candidates must complete the certification within 20 days of hire. A bachelor’s degree is required and must be verified before an employment offer is extended. Pay for candidates with a bachelor’s degree is $20–$25.50 per hour, based on education and previous ABA experience; the posting also lists a $20–$28 hourly range for candidates with a master’s degree. A first raise follows RBT certification, and further raises are offered every six months with clear growth goals. Team members may occasionally support a nearby clinic when additional coverage is needed. Growth paths may include Clinical Administrator, Operations Manager, or Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a bachelor’s degree and provide proof of the awarded degree through a diploma or official transcript; educational qualifications must be verified before an employment offer is extended.
- Be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Be comfortable sitting, standing, crouching, and frequently getting on and off the floor.
- Be able to maintain an active pace while working with young children.
- Have reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Be willing to complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Childcare experience, such as nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, camp counselor, or tutor.
- Mental health experience, such as QMHP or behavioral health technician.
- Experience as a paraprofessional, caregiver, or life skills assistant.
- A background in psychology, child development, or health sciences.
Responsibilities
- Work one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years using play-based ABA therapy.
- Follow personalized treatment plans and collect session data.
- Help children learn through play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities.
- Stay active and engaged throughout therapy sessions.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment.
- Collaborate with a supportive team focused on helping children grow and succeed.
- Occasionally support a nearby clinic if additional coverage is needed.
Benefits
- Paid training and fully covered Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification.
- Guaranteed full-time hours.
- Raises every six months with clear growth goals; the first raise follows RBT certification.
- Health insurance covered at 90%.
- Dental and vision benefits.
- 10 paid holidays, 10 PTO days, and 2 flex days.
- Free lunch every Friday.
- DoorDash DashPass and Calm app provided.
- Student loan repayment support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
