Direct Support Professional (Bachelor's Degree Required)

ABA Therapy for Autism • Chandler, AZ

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Action Behavior Centers hires caring people to help children with autism build communication, social, and independent skills. Direct Support Professionals work one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years using play-based ABA therapy. The position includes paid training and fully covered Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification; no prior experience is necessary. A bachelor's degree is required, and proof of the awarded degree must be provided and verified before an employment offer is extended. The role is full-time at the Chandler, Arizona location, with guaranteed full-time hours and a Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. schedule. Optional Saturday work may be available based on patient needs. Pay for candidates with a bachelor's degree is $21–$27.25 per hour, based on education and previous ABA experience. Employees receive their first raise after earning RBT certification, with further raises every six months tied to clear growth goals. Team members may occasionally help provide coverage at a nearby ABC clinic. The organization offers opportunities to advance into roles such as Clinical Administrator, Operations Manager, or Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a bachelor's degree; provide a diploma or official transcript showing the degree was awarded, which must be verified before an employment offer is extended.
• Be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
• 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.
• Complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.
• Have a team mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Childcare experience, such as working as a 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 background in psychology, child development, or health sciences.
• Previous ABA experience may affect pay.

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

• Paid training and fully covered RBT certification.
• 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.
• First raise after earning RBT certification; raises every six months with clear growth goals.
• Guaranteed full-time hours.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level