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 ABA therapy. The position follows personalized treatment plans, collects session data, and uses play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities to help children learn. The role also involves maintaining a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment and collaborating with a supportive team. No prior experience is necessary. Paid training is provided, and the company fully covers Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification. Employees must complete the paid certification within 20 days of hire. A bachelor's degree is required, and proof of the awarded degree must be provided and verified before an employment offer is extended.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a bachelor's degree and provide proof that the degree was awarded.
- Be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Be comfortable sitting, standing, crouching, and frequently getting on and off the floor.
- 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 working as a nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, camp counselor, or tutor.
- Mental health experience, such as working as a QMHP or behavioral health technician.
- 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 the team to help children grow and succeed.
- Occasionally support a nearby ABC clinic when additional coverage is needed.
Benefits
- Paid training and fully covered 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.
- Opportunities to advance 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
