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. Direct Support Professionals work one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years using play-based ABA therapy. No prior experience is necessary; the company provides paid training and fully covers Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification. The position requires a bachelor's degree, with proof of the awarded degree required during the hiring process before an employment offer is extended. The role is full-time, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with predictable daytime hours and no nights. Optional Saturdays may be available based on patient needs. The position is based at 604 W Warner Road, BLDG E, Chandler, Arizona 85225, and immediate openings are available. 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. Employees receive their first raise after earning RBT certification.
Requirements
- At least 18 years old.
- Bachelor's degree; proof of the degree awarded must be provided and verified before an employment offer is extended.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Comfortable sitting, standing, crouching, and frequently getting on and off the floor.
- 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 roles.
- Experience as a paraprofessional, caregiver, or life skills assistant.
- Psychology, Child Development, or Health Sciences education.
Responsibilities
- Work one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years using play-based ABA therapy.
- Follow personalized treatment plans and collect 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 to help children grow and succeed.
- Complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.
- Occasionally support a nearby Action Behavior Centers clinic if additional coverage is needed.
Benefits
- Paid training and fully covered RBT certification.
- First raise after earning 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.
- Guaranteed full-time hours.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
