Direct Support Professional (Entry Level)
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, providing play-based applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy. No experience is necessary; the company provides paid training and fully covers Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification, which must be completed within 20 days of hire. Pay is determined by education and previous ABA experience: $20–$24 per hour for a high school diploma or associate’s degree, $20–$25.50 per hour for a bachelor’s degree, and $20–$28 per hour for a master’s degree. A first raise follows earning RBT certification, with further raises every six months tied to clear growth goals. The role is full-time, with guaranteed hours, at the Aurora, Colorado clinic. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; optional Saturdays may be available based on patient needs. The position offers opportunities to grow into roles such as Clinical Administrator, Operations Manager, or Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a high school diploma.
- 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.
- Have a team-oriented mindset.
Nice To Haves
- Childcare experience, such as nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, or tutor.
- Experience in mental health roles, such as QMHP or behavioral health technician.
- Experience as a camp counselor, paraprofessional, caregiver, or life skills assistant.
- A degree in Psychology, Child Development, or Health Sciences.
- Previous ABA experience.
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 help support a nearby Action Behavior Centers clinic if additional coverage is needed.
Benefits
- Guaranteed full-time hours.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
