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 position is full-time 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. Immediate openings are available. No prior experience is necessary. The employer provides paid training and fully covers Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification, which employees are expected to complete within 20 days of hire. Pay for candidates with a master’s degree is $22–$28 per hour, based on education and previous ABA experience. The job description states that a master’s degree is required and that degree credentials must be verified before an employment offer is extended; it also lists a bachelor’s degree under job requirements. The employer offers guaranteed full-time hours, raises every six months with clear growth goals, and a first raise after RBT certification. Growth opportunities may include Clinical Administrator, Operations Manager, or Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) roles. The company describes its work environment as supportive and team-focused.
Requirements
- At least 18 years old.
- A master’s degree is required; the posting also lists a bachelor’s degree under job requirements.
- Provide proof of degree, such as a diploma or official transcript showing the degree awarded; educational qualifications must be verified before an employment offer is extended.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
- 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.
- Mental health experience, such as QMHP or behavioral health technician.
- Experience as a paraprofessional, caregiver, or life skills assistant.
- A degree 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 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 support a nearby Action Behavior Centers 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 benefits.
- Vision benefits.
- 10 paid holidays.
- 10 PTO days and 2 flex days.
- Free lunch every Friday.
- DoorDash DashPass provided.
- Calm app provided.
- Student loan repayment support.
- Guaranteed full-time hours.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
