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. 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, 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 company provides paid training and fully covers Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification. A master's degree is required, and applicants must provide proof of the degree; an employment offer will not be extended until educational qualifications have been verified. Pay for candidates with a master's degree is $22–$28 per hour, based on education and previous ABA experience. Employees receive their first raise after earning RBT certification. The role requires an active pace and frequent sitting, standing, crouching, and getting on and off the floor, as well as the ability to lift up to 30 pounds. Employees may occasionally help cover a nearby ABC clinic. Action Behavior Centers offers guaranteed full-time hours, paid training and certification, raises every six months with clear growth goals, and opportunities to advance into roles such as Clinical Administrator, Operations Manager, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Requirements
- At least 18 years old.
- A master's degree is required; proof of the degree must be provided and verified before an employment offer is extended.
- The job requirements section also lists a bachelor's degree.
- 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.
- Experience as a paraprofessional, caregiver, or life skills assistant.
- Psychology, Child Development, or Health Sciences degree.
- Previous ABA experience.
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
- 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.
- Guaranteed full-time hours.
- Supportive, team-focused work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
