Direct Support Professional (Bachelor's Degree Required)
About The Position
Action Behavior Centers hires caring people to help children with autism develop 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 basic session data, and helps children learn through play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities. Team members stay active during sessions and maintain a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment while collaborating with a supportive team. 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. Applicants must provide proof of a completed bachelor's degree; an employment offer will not be extended until educational qualifications are verified. The position is full-time, with guaranteed full-time hours and a Monday–Friday schedule from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Optional Saturdays may be available based on patient needs. The location is 907 Tradewinds Blvd, Midland, TX 79706, and immediate openings are available.
Requirements
- At least 18 years old.
- Bachelor's degree; proof of degree is required, and educational qualifications must be verified before an employment offer is extended.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Comfortable sitting, standing, crouching, and frequently getting on and off the floor.
- 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.
- Team mindset and willingness to occasionally help support a nearby clinic if additional coverage is 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.
- Experience as a paraprofessional, caregiver, or life skills assistant.
- Psychology, Child Development, or Health Sciences degree.
- Previous ABA experience; pay is based in part on 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 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.
- Guaranteed full-time hours.
- 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
