Direct Support Professional (Entry-Level)

Action Behavior Centers • San Antonio, TX

8d • $15 - $26 • Onsite

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, providing play-based ABA therapy. No prior experience is necessary; paid training is provided, and the company fully covers Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification, which must be completed within 20 days of hire. The position is full-time, with Monday-Friday hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and optional Saturdays based on patient needs. The role is based at 11121 Westwood Loop Suite 204, San Antonio, TX 78253, with occasional support at a nearby ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed.

Pay depends on education and previous ABA experience: $15–$22.50 per hour for a high school diploma or associate degree, $15–$24 per hour for a bachelor’s degree, and $16–$26 per hour for a master’s degree. The first raise follows RBT certification, with further raises every six months tied to clear growth goals. Growth opportunities may include Clinical Administrator, Operations Manager, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) roles.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a high school diploma.
• 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 help at a nearby clinic when additional coverage is needed.

Nice To Haves

• Childcare experience, such as nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, or tutor.
• Mental health experience, such as QMHP or behavioral health technician work.
• Experience as a camp counselor, paraprofessional, caregiver, or life skills assistant.
• A degree in Psychology, Child Development, Education, or Health Sciences.
• Previous ABA experience.

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 children grow and succeed.
• Occasionally support a nearby ABC clinic if 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 and 2 flex days.
• Free lunch every Friday.
• DoorDash DashPass provided.
• Calm app provided.
• Student loan repayment support.
• Guaranteed full-time hours.
• Supportive, team-focused work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED