Direct Support Professional (Bachelor's Degree Required)

Action Behavior Centers • El Mirage, AZ

2d • $21 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Action Behavior Centers is hiring 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 involves following personalized treatment plans, collecting session data, and helping children learn through play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities. Team members stay active and engaged during sessions, maintain a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment, and collaborate with a supportive team focused on children’s growth and success.

This is a full-time position with predictable Monday–Friday hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; optional Saturdays may be available based on patient needs. No prior experience is necessary. Paid training is provided, and the company fully covers Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification, which must be completed within 20 days of hire. A bachelor’s degree is required, and proof of the awarded degree must be provided before an employment offer can be extended. The position is located at 12100 N Dysart Rd, El Mirage, AZ 85335. The hourly pay range is $21–$27.25 for a bachelor’s degree and $22–$28 for a master’s degree, based on education and previous ABA experience. A first raise follows RBT certification, with additional raises every six months tied to clear growth goals. Team members may occasionally support a nearby ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a bachelor’s degree and provide proof that the degree was awarded, such as a diploma or official transcript.
• Be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Be comfortable sitting, standing, crouching, and getting on and off the floor frequently.
• 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 work as a nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, camp counselor, or tutor.
• Mental health experience, such as QMHP or behavioral health technician work.
• Experience as a paraprofessional, caregiver, or life skills assistant.
• A background in psychology, child development, or health sciences.
• 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 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 ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed.

Benefits

• Paid training and fully covered RBT certification.
• Raises every six months with clear growth goals; a first raise follows RBT certification.
• Health insurance covered at 90%.
• Dental benefits.
• Vision benefits.
• 10 paid holidays.
• 10 PTO days.
• 2 flex days.
• Free lunch every Friday.
• DoorDash DashPass provided.
• Calm app provided.
• Student loan repayment support.
• Supportive, team-focused work environment.
• Guaranteed full-time hours.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level