Direct Support Professional (Master's Degree Required)
About The Position
Action Behavior Centers hires caring people to help children with autism build communication, social, and independent skills. The Direct Support Professional works one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years using play-based ABA therapy. No prior experience is necessary; the employer provides paid training and fully covers Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification. The role requires a master's degree, and proof of the awarded degree must be provided and verified before an employment offer is extended. The position is full-time at the Gilbert, Arizona clinic, with predictable Monday-Friday daytime hours. Optional Saturday work may be available based on patient needs. The employer states that the role offers guaranteed full-time hours and opportunities for advancement into roles such as Clinical Administrator, Operations Manager, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Requirements
- A master's degree is required; proof of the awarded degree must be provided and verified before an employment offer is extended.
- At least 18 years old.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Comfort sitting, standing, crouching, and frequently getting on and off the floor.
- Ability to maintain an active pace while working with young children.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Willingness to complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.
- Team-oriented approach and willingness to occasionally support a nearby clinic if additional coverage is needed.
Nice To Haves
- Childcare experience, such as nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, camp counselor, or tutor.
- Experience in mental health roles such as QMHP or behavioral health technician.
- Experience as a paraprofessional, caregiver, or life skills assistant.
- Psychology, Child Development, or Health Sciences education.
- Previous ABA experience.
Responsibilities
- 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 to help children grow and succeed.
- Complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.
- Occasionally support a nearby Action Behavior Centers clinic if additional coverage is needed.
Benefits
- Paid training and fully covered RBT certification.
- First raise after earning RBT certification.
- Raises every 6 months with clear growth goals.
- 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.
- Supportive, team-focused work environment.
- Guaranteed full-time hours.
- Growth opportunities into Clinical Administrator, Operations Manager, and BCBA roles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
