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, and proof of the awarded degree must be provided during the hiring process. An employment offer will not be extended until educational qualifications are verified. 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, at the El Mirage, Arizona clinic. 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, with additional raises every six months tied to growth goals.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a bachelor's degree and provide a diploma or official transcript showing the degree awarded.
- 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 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 work as a QMHP or behavioral health technician.
- Experience as a paraprofessional, caregiver, or life skills assistant.
- A background in psychology, child development, or health sciences.
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
- Paid training and fully covered RBT certification.
- Guaranteed full-time hours.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
