Entry-Level 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. The Direct Support Professional works one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years using play-based ABA therapy. The role includes following personalized treatment plans, collecting simple session data, and helping children learn through play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities. Team members stay active and engaged during therapy sessions, maintain a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment, and collaborate with a supportive team focused on helping children grow and succeed. The position is full-time in Brighton, Colorado, with predictable Monday–Friday daytime hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Optional Saturdays may be available based on patient needs. Paid training is provided, and the company fully covers RBT certification. Candidates must complete the paid certification within 20 days of hire. The role requires a bachelor's degree, and proof of the awarded degree must be provided and verified before an employment offer is extended. Occasional support at a nearby ABC clinic may be needed for additional coverage.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a bachelor's degree and provide proof that the degree was awarded.
- Be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Be comfortable sitting, standing, crouching, and getting on and off the floor frequently.
- 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 nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, camp counselor, or tutor.
- Experience in mental health roles such as 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.
- Complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.
- Occasionally support a nearby ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed.
Benefits
- Guaranteed full-time hours.
- Paid training and fully covered RBT certification.
- Raises every 6 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
