Direct Support Professional (Bachelor's Degree Required)
About The Position
Action Behavior Centers hires caring people to help children with autism build communication, social, and independent skills. As a Direct Support Professional, you will work one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years using play-based ABA therapy. The role is full-time, with a Monday-Friday schedule from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Optional Saturdays may be available based on patient needs. The position is located at 1830 North 95th Avenue, Suite 114, Phoenix, Arizona 85037. Immediate openings are available. No prior experience is necessary. Paid training is provided, and the company fully covers Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification. Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and provide proof that the degree was awarded; employment offers are contingent on verification of educational qualifications. Pay depends on education and previous ABA experience: $21–$27.25 per hour for a bachelor's degree and $22–$28 per hour for a master's degree. The first raise is awarded after earning RBT certification. The company offers guaranteed full-time hours, paid training and certification, raises every six months with clear growth goals, health insurance covered at 90%, dental and vision benefits, 10 paid holidays, 10 PTO days, two flex days, free Friday lunch, DoorDash DashPass and the Calm app, and student loan repayment support. Growth opportunities may include Clinical Administrator, Operations Manager, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) roles. Action Behavior Centers is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment.
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.
- Be willing to complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Childcare experience, such as working as a nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, camp counselor, or tutor.
- Experience in mental health roles such as QMHP or behavioral health technician.
- Experience as a paraprofessional, caregiver, or life skills assistant.
- A degree in psychology, child development, or health sciences.
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
- Guaranteed full-time hours.
- Paid training and fully covered RBT certification.
- Raises every six months with clear growth goals.
- Health insurance covered at 90%.
- Dental and vision benefits.
- 10 paid holidays, 10 PTO days, and two flex days.
- Free lunch every Friday.
- DoorDash DashPass and Calm app provided.
- Student loan repayment support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
