Direct Support Professional (Entry-Level)
About The Position
Action Behavior Centers hires caring people to help children with autism build communication, social, and independent skills. This is a full-time position with predictable daytime hours, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. Optional Saturdays are available based on patient needs. We provide paid training and fully cover your Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification. No experience is necessary, but experience in childcare, mental health roles, or a relevant degree is a plus. You will work one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years using play-based ABA therapy, following personalized treatment plans, collecting data, and helping children learn through various activities. You will also maintain a clean and safe therapy environment and collaborate with a supportive team.
Requirements
- At least 18 years old
- High school diploma
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs
- Comfortable sitting, standing, crouching, and getting on/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, or tutor
- Mental health roles such as QMHP or behavioral health technician
- Camp counselors, paraprofessionals, caregivers, and life skills assistants
- Psychology, Child Development, Education, or any Health Sciences degree
Responsibilities
- 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 kids grow and succeed
- Occasionally help support a nearby ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed
Benefits
- Guaranteed full-time hours
- Paid training
- Fully covered RBT certification
- Raises every 6 months with clear growth goals
- Health insurance covered at 90%
- Dental and Vision benefits
- 10 paid holidays
- 10 PTO days
- 2 flex days
- Free lunch every Friday
- DoorDash DashPass and Calm app provided
- Student loan repayment support
- Supportive, team-focused work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
