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. The role follows personalized treatment plans, collects simple session data, and supports learning through play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities. Team members stay active and engaged, maintain a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment, and collaborate with a supportive team. This is a full-time position at the Chandler, Arizona clinic, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Optional Saturdays may be available based on patient needs. No prior experience is necessary; paid training and full coverage of Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification are provided. The role requires a master's degree, and proof of the awarded degree must be verified before an employment offer is extended. The job posting also lists a bachelor's degree under job requirements. Pay for candidates with a master's degree is $22–$28 per hour, based on education and previous ABA experience. The first raise is awarded after earning RBT certification, with additional raises every six months tied to clear growth goals. ABC offers growth opportunities into roles such as Clinical Administrator, Operations Manager, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Requirements
- At least 18 years old.
- A master's degree is required; applicants must provide a diploma or official transcript showing the degree awarded, and educational qualifications must be verified before an employment offer is extended.
- The job requirements section also lists a bachelor's degree.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Comfortable sitting, standing, crouching, and getting on and off the floor frequently.
- Able 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.
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 degree or background.
- Previous ABA experience.
Responsibilities
- Work one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years using play-based ABA therapy.
- Follow personalized treatment plans and collect simple 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 help support a nearby ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed.
Benefits
- Paid training and fully covered Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification.
- First raise after earning RBT certification; raises every six 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 Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) roles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
