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. The Direct Support Professional works one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years using play-based ABA therapy. The position is full-time in San Antonio, Texas, with predictable Monday–Friday daytime hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; optional Saturdays may be available based on patient needs. Immediate openings are available. No prior experience is necessary. The employer provides paid training and fully covers Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification, which employees must complete within 20 days of hire. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree and provide proof that the degree was awarded before an offer can be extended. Pay depends on education and previous ABA experience: $15–$24 per hour for a bachelor's degree and $16–$26 per hour for a master's degree. The first raise is provided after earning RBT certification.
Requirements
- At least 18 years old.
- Bachelor's degree; proof of the awarded degree must be provided during the hiring process.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
- 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 work.
- Experience as a paraprofessional, caregiver, or life skills assistant.
- A background 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 help support a nearby Action Behavior Centers 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 2 flex days.
- Free lunch every Friday.
- DoorDash DashPass and Calm app provided.
- Student loan repayment support.
- Supportive, team-focused work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
