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. No prior experience is necessary; paid training is provided, and the company fully covers Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification. The position requires a bachelor's degree, with proof of the degree required during hiring before an employment offer is extended. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with predictable daytime hours and no nights. Optional Saturdays may be available based on patient needs. The role is full-time, with guaranteed full-time hours, and the location is 12725 W Indian School Road, Building D, Avondale, Arizona 85392. Immediate openings are available. Pay depends on education and prior 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 provided after earning RBT certification. The position offers paid training and 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, two flex days, free Friday lunch, DoorDash DashPass and Calm app access, and student loan repayment support. Potential career paths include Clinical Administrator, Operations Manager, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Requirements
- At least 18 years old.
- Bachelor's degree; proof of the awarded degree must be provided and verified before an employment offer is extended.
- 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.
- Team mindset and willingness to occasionally support a nearby ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed.
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 degree in psychology, child development, or health sciences.
- Previous ABA experience, which is considered in determining pay.
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.
- Supportive, team-focused work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
