Direct Support Professional (Master's Degree Required)
About The Position
Action Behavior Centers hires caring people to help children with autism build communication, social, and independent skills. In this full-time role, you will work one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years using play-based ABA therapy. You will follow personalized treatment plans, collect session data, and help children learn through play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities. The work involves staying active and engaged throughout sessions, maintaining a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment, and collaborating with a supportive team. The role is based at 21025 N 8th Way, Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ 85024. A master's degree is required and must be verified with a diploma or official transcript before an employment offer is extended. No prior experience is necessary; paid training and fully covered RBT certification are provided.
Requirements
- Master's degree required; proof of degree must be provided and verified before an employment offer is extended.
- At least 18 years old.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Comfortable sitting, standing, crouching, and getting on and 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, camp counselor, or tutor.
- Mental health experience, such as QMHP or behavioral health technician.
- Experience as a paraprofessional, caregiver, or life skills assistant.
- A background in psychology, child development, or health sciences.
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.
- Complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.
- Occasionally support a nearby ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed.
Benefits
- Paid training and 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, and 2 flex days.
- Free lunch every Friday.
- DoorDash DashPass and Calm app provided.
- Student loan repayment support.
- Guaranteed full-time hours.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
