Direct Support Specialist (Entry Level)

Make a transformative impact in a child's life every day.
We have immediate openings available for compassionate and enthusiastic individuals!
Join us at Action Behavior Centers, where you can start making a difference right away or within four weeks. If you are eager to contribute positively to children’s lives, we would love to hear from you! Your application is important to us, and we treat it with care.
Our hiring process is quick and thoughtful, with responses typically within 24 hours of your application. Expect fast-moving interviews and offers, with the possibility of receiving a job offer the very same day.

Why Choose Us?

At Action Behavior Centers, our guiding values are learning, caring, fun, teamwork, and excellence. We cultivate a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative atmosphere where creativity flourishes, enabling personal and professional growth for our team.

We are dedicated to recognizing the potential in every individual, from assisting children in achieving significant milestones to fostering our team's success. In our one-on-one ABA environment, you will engage hands-on with children aged 18 months to 8 years, using ethical and evidence-based ABA techniques in a center-based supportive setting. With top-notch supervision, ongoing training, and a passionate team at your side, you will create meaningful change every day!

Your Role as a Behavior Therapist

• Implement one-on-one ABA therapy tailored to help children with Autism reach their full potential by following treatment plans, collecting data, writing insurance notes, and applying feedback from supervisors during observation sessions.
• Foster development in early childhood (ages 18 months to 8 years) using engaging and enjoyable therapeutic activities.
• Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance treatment outcomes, safety, and create an enjoyable working atmosphere.
• Engage with children through play, movement, and imitation. Activities may range from running and dancing to reading and playing with toys, ensuring a lively and joyful experience.
• Communicate positively with all stakeholders (colleagues, families, supervisors) to coordinate activities, celebrate achievements, and advocate for individual needs.

What You Need for this Role

• Physical capability to lift and move children in a dynamic environment, including lifting up to 30 lbs, bending, squatting, and running to stay engaged with the kids.
• Maintain a therapeutic environment by keeping play areas organized, tidy, and stimulating for the children.
• Multitasking skills to manage several actions, decisions, or conversations while ensuring safety for all.
• Teamwork is essential; you may be required to travel to support nearby centers when needed.
• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are mandatory.
• You must be at least 18 years old and possess a High School diploma or GED equivalent.

Complete the RBT certification process within 20 days of starting by completing a 40-hour training program, hands-on competency evaluation, registering, and passing the board exam.

Testimonials from Our Team

We are deeply rooted in our community, making a significant difference in the lives of children and their families.
Working at ABC has been an incredibly rewarding experience due to the genuine care for children’s well-being. Our team is fully dedicated to every child's growth, and the positive results reflect this commitment. It is a privilege to work for an organization that prioritizes the needs of children.

The ABC Advantage

• Guaranteed full-time hours, even if patients cancel.
• Promotions and raises every six months with clear feedback and goal-setting.
• A yearly tenure bonus for eligible Behavior Technicians and RBTs.
• Small caseloads for BCBAs, allowing for focused, personalized care for each child with increased supervisor support.
• Fully-paid training, including the Registered Behavior Technician certification process.
• No-cost supervision with no deductions for supervision hours.
• No contractual obligation; stay because you love it!
• Comprehensive benefits include:
  • 10 paid holidays, 10 days paid time off, and 2 flex days.
  • 90% health benefits coverage.
  • Free lunches every Friday.
  • Complimentary subscriptions to DoorDash DashPass & Calm.
  • Contributions towards student loan repayment.
  • Annual celebrations, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team events.

Compensation Based on Experience & Education:

• Associates/High School: $20.00 - $24.00
• Bachelors: $20.00 - $25.50
• Masters: $20.00 - $28.00

For entry-level applicants, your first raise follows certification as RBT, typically within 21 days.

Preferred Experience:

• Childcare (nanny, babysitter, tutor, preschool teacher, daycare, etc.)
• Mental health advocacy or roles (QMHP, behavioral health technicians)
• Experience as camp counselors, volunteers, or Sunday school teachers
• Degrees in teaching, special education, sociology, psychology, or related fields are preferred.
• Background as paraprofessionals, direct support, or life skills assistants is valuable.
• A passion for supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• A strong desire to join a caring, team-driven culture.

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We are a Responsive Employer - expect to hear back within 24 hours of applying!

Please refrain from contacting centers directly regarding your application status to allow them to focus on serving clients and families!