Direct Support Professional (Bachelors Degree Required)
Action Behavior Centers
Location
Shakopee, Minnesota
Salary
$20 - $28 / HOUR
Quick overview
You will provide one-on-one ABA therapy to children with autism by following personalized treatment plans and collecting session data. Additionally, you will facilitate learning through play and maintain a safe, organized environment for the children.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and be at least 18 years old. You must also be physically capable of lifting 30 lbs and willing to complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.
Job description
Job Description
- Make a Difference Every Day: Action Behavior Centers hires caring people to help children with autism build communication, social, and independent skills.
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (predictable daytime hours - no nights). Optional Saturdays available based on patient needs
- Position Type: Full-Time
- Location: 1308 Greenwood Ct, Shakopee, MN 55379
- Start Date: Immediate openings available
- Hiring Quickly: We typically respond to applications within 24 hours, so please keep an eye on your phone and email for interview scheduling.
- Training: No experience necessary. We provide paid training and fully cover your Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification.
- Experience That’s a PLUS (not required): Childcare experience such as nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, camp counselor or tutor. Mental health roles such as QMHP or behavioral health technician. Paraprofessionals, caregivers, and life skills assistants. Psychology, Child Development, or any Health Sciences degrees.
Pay (based on education & previous ABA experience) • Bachelor’s Degree
- $20–$25.50 per hour
- Master’s
- Degree: $20–$28 per hour
- Fun
- Fact: You’ll receive your first raise after earning your RBT certification!
What You’ll Be Doing
- You’ll work one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years using play-based ABA therapy.
- In this role, you will:
- 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 kids grow and succeed
- Curious? Watch a Behavior Technician at work! https://youtu.be/VecOVgP_2RI
- Job Requirements
- At least 18 years old
- Bachelors Degree
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs
- Comfortable sitting, standing, crouching, and getting on/off the floor frequently
- Able to maintain an active pace while working with young children
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
- Willingness to complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire
- Team mindset: may occasionally help support a nearby ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed
- Why Candidates Choose ABC
- Guaranteed full-time hours
- Paid training + 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
- Supportive, team-focused work environment
Growth Opportunities
- At Action Behavior Centers, we are committed to helping our team members grow.
- Many
- Behavior
- Therapists advance into roles such as: Clinical Administrators, Operations Managers, and Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA)
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- Note: Please do not reach out to clinic locations directly regarding your application status, as teams are busy supporting clients and families.
ABC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, including the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA). We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Student loan repayment support
- Free lunch
- DashPass
- Flex days
- Calm app