Direct Support Professional (Bachelor's Degree Required)
About The Position
Action Behavior Centers is hiring caring professionals to help children with autism develop communication, social, and independent-living skills. The role works one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years, providing play-based ABA therapy by following personalized treatment plans and collecting session data. Activities may include play, movement, reading, games, and other hands-on learning. The position requires staying active during sessions and maintaining a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment while collaborating with a supportive team. This is a full-time role with guaranteed hours and a Monday–Friday schedule from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Optional Saturdays may be available based on patient needs. The role is based at 3540 East Baseline Road, Suite 100, Phoenix, Arizona. Paid training is provided, and the company covers the cost of Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification, which must be completed within 20 days of hire. A bachelor's degree is required and must be verified before an employment offer is extended. 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, with additional raises every six months tied to growth goals.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a bachelor's degree; proof of the degree is required, and educational qualifications must be verified before an offer is extended.
- Be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
- 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.
- Complete paid Registered Behavior Technician (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 background or degree in psychology, child development, or health sciences.
- Previous ABA experience, which may affect pay.
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 focused on helping children grow and succeed.
- Occasionally support a nearby Action Behavior Centers 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.
- 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
