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Direct Support Professional (Bachelors Degree Required)

Action Behavior Centers

Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrs$21 - $28 / HOURPosted 23 hours ago

Location

Mesa, Arizona

Salary

$21 - $28 / HOUR

Quick overview

Provide one-on-one play-based ABA therapy to children with autism to build communication and social skills. Follow personalized treatment plans, collect session data, and maintain a safe therapy environment.

Requirements summary

Requires a Bachelor's degree and the ability to maintain an active pace with young children. Candidates must be willing to complete a paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.

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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: 16335 E Main St, Suite 4 Mesa, AZ 85205
  • 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

  • $21–$27.25 per hour
  • Master’s
  • Degree: $22–$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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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

  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Paid Training
  • Dental Benefits
  • Vision Benefits
  • Flex Days
  • Student Loan Repayment Support
  • DoorDash DashPass
  • Calm App
  • Free Lunch Every Friday
  • RBT Certification Coverage