Entry-Level Direct Support Professional (Bachelor's Degree Required)

ABA Therapy for Autism•Broomfield, CO

10d•Onsite

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 ABA therapy. No prior experience is necessary; paid training is provided, and the company fully covers Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification. The role requires a bachelor’s degree, and proof that the degree has been awarded must be provided during hiring. Employment offers are not 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 position is full-time at the Broomfield, Colorado clinic, with immediate openings. Pay depends on education and previous ABA experience: $20–$25.50 per hour for a bachelor’s degree and $20–$28 per hour for a master’s degree. A first raise is provided after earning RBT certification. Action Behavior Centers offers guaranteed full-time hours, paid training and 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, two flex days, free lunch every Friday, DoorDash DashPass, the Calm app, and student loan repayment support. The company describes a supportive, team-focused environment and growth opportunities into roles such as Clinical Administrator, Operations Manager, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.
Have a bachelor's degree and provide a diploma or official transcript showing the degree was awarded; educational qualifications must be verified before an employment offer is extended.
Be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
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 mindset and be willing to occasionally help support a nearby ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed.

Nice To Haves

Childcare experience, such as working as a 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.
Previous ABA experience.

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.
Occasionally support a nearby ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed.

Benefits

Paid training and fully covered RBT certification.
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 two flex days.
Free lunch every Friday.
DoorDash DashPass and Calm app provided.
Student loan repayment support.
Guaranteed full-time hours.
Supportive, team-focused work environment.
Growth opportunities into roles such as Clinical Administrator, Operations Manager, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).