Direct Support Professional (Bachelor'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 applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy. No prior experience is necessary; the employer provides paid training and fully covers Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification. The role requires a bachelor's degree, with proof of degree required during hiring before an offer is extended. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with predictable daytime hours and no nights. Optional Saturdays may be available based on patient needs. The position is full-time, based at 2725 S Alma School Rd, Chandler, Arizona, with occasional support at a nearby ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed. Starting pay depends on education and previous ABA experience: $21–$27.25 per hour for a bachelor's degree and $22–$28 per hour for a master's degree. The first raise follows earning RBT certification, with additional raises every six months tied to clear growth goals.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a bachelor's degree and provide a diploma or official transcript showing the degree awarded; 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 getting on and off the floor frequently.
- Be able to maintain an active pace while working with young children.
- Have reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.
- Have a team mindset and willingness to occasionally support a nearby clinic if needed.
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 work.
- 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 ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed.
Benefits
- Paid training and fully covered RBT certification.
- Guaranteed full-time hours.
- Raises every six months with clear growth goals.
- 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.
- Growth opportunities into roles such as Clinical Administrator, Operations Manager, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
