Entry-Level Direct Support Professional (Bachelor's Degree Required)
About The Position
Action Behavior Centers is hiring a full-time Direct Support Professional to work one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years who have autism. The role uses play-based ABA therapy to help children build communication, social, and independent skills. Employees follow personalized treatment plans, collect simple session data, and engage children through play, movement, reading, games, and other hands-on activities while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment. The position includes collaboration with a supportive team and may occasionally involve providing coverage at a nearby ABC clinic. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; optional Saturdays may be available based on patient needs. No prior experience is necessary. Paid training and full coverage of the Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification are provided, and the certification must be completed within 20 days of hire. The role requires a bachelor's degree, with verification of the awarded degree before an employment offer is extended. Pay depends on education and previous ABA experience: $20–$25.50 per hour for a bachelor's degree and $20–$28 per hour for a master's degree. The first raise follows earning RBT certification, with additional raises every six months based on clear growth goals.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a bachelor's degree; proof of the degree awarded must be provided and verified before an offer is extended.
- Be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
- 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.
- Mental health experience, such as working as a QMHP or behavioral health technician.
- Experience as a paraprofessional, caregiver, or life skills assistant.
- A degree 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.
- Occasionally support a nearby ABC clinic when 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
