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 role follows personalized treatment plans, collects simple session data, and helps children learn through play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities. The employee stays active and engaged during sessions, maintains a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment, and collaborates with a supportive team focused on helping children grow and succeed. This is a full-time position at the ABC Clinic at 35293 N Gantzel Rd, Suite B, San Tan Valley, AZ 85143. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; optional Saturdays may be available based on patient needs. Paid training is provided, and the company fully covers the Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification. Candidates must complete the paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire. Applicants must provide proof of their bachelor's degree, and an offer will not be extended until educational qualifications have been verified. The role 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 of the degree, such as a diploma or official transcript showing the degree awarded.
- 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.
- Be willing 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 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
- Guaranteed full-time hours.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
