Direct Support Professional

About the Role

• Position Type: Full-Time
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (predictable daytime hours - no nights). Optional Saturdays available.
• Location: 3540 East Baseline Road Suite 100 Phoenix, AZ, 85042
• Start Date: Immediate openings available

Key Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with children ages 18 months to 8 years using play-based ABA therapy.
• 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.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• At least 18 years old.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Proof of degree (diploma or official transcript showing the degree awarded) must be provided as part of the hiring process.
• Experience That’s a PLUS (not required):
• Childcare experience (nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, camp counselor, tutor).
• Mental health roles (QMHP, behavioral health technician).
• Paraprofessionals, caregivers, and life skills assistants.
• Psychology, Child Development, or any Health Sciences degrees.

Training

• No experience necessary.
• We provide paid training and fully cover your Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification.
• You’ll receive your first raise after earning your RBT certification!