Entry-Level Direct Support Professional (Bachelor's Degree Required)
About The Position
Action Behavior Centers is hiring a full-time, entry-level Direct Support Professional to help children with autism build communication, social, and independent skills. The role works one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years, providing play-based ABA therapy and following individualized treatment plans. No prior experience is necessary; paid training is provided, and the company fully covers Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree and provide proof that the degree was awarded before an employment offer can be extended. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with predictable daytime hours and no nights. Optional Saturday work may be available based on patient needs. The position is based at 5 W Dry Creek Cir, Littleton, Colorado, with occasional support at a nearby ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed. Pay depends on education and previous ABA experience: $20–$25.50 per hour for a bachelor's degree and $20–$28 per hour for a master's degree. A first raise is provided after earning RBT certification, with further raises every six months tied to growth goals.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a bachelor's degree and provide a diploma or official transcript showing 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.
- Complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.
- Have a team mindset and be willing 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 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 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 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.
- Guaranteed full-time hours.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
