Direct Support Professional

Overview

Location:

North Tucson 85704.

Schedule:

Monday – Friday, daytime hours (8am–5pm) with the possibility to volunteer for an occasional Saturday based on patient needs. Position is full-time.

Start Date:

Immediate openings available.

• Work one-on-one with children aged 18 months to 8 years using play-based ABA therapy.
• Follow personalized treatment plans, collect simple data, and communicate with your team.
• Help kids learn through play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities.
• Stay active during sessions, moving to stay engaged with children.
• Maintain a clean, organized, safe therapy space.
• Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team that celebrates progress and growth.

• At least 18 years old.
• High school diploma.
• Lift up to 30lbs. Sit, stand, crouch, squat, and move quickly with young children. Get on and off the floor frequently.
• Maintain an active pace throughout the day. Keep therapy spaces clean, organized, and safe.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Willingness to complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire.
• Commitment to ABC’s core value of team; may occasionally help support a nearby sister clinic if needed.

• Experience in childcare: nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, tutor.
• Experience in mental health roles: QMHP, behavioral health technicians.
• Experience as Camp Counselors, Paraprofessionals, Caregivers, Life Skill Assistants.

• High School/Associate’s Degree: $15.50 – $23.75 per hour.
• Bachelor’s Degree: $21.00 – $27.25 per hour.
• Master’s Degree: $22.00 – $28.00 per hour.
• Fun Fact:
  You will receive your first raise after obtaining your RBT certification. Most new hires complete this in about three weeks.

• Guaranteed full-time hours.
• Paid training and fully covered RBT certification.
• Raises every 6 months with clear goals.
• Health insurance covered at 90 percent.
• Dental and Vision Benefits.
• Free lunch every Friday.
• Door Dash Dash Pass and Calm app provided.
• Paid time off: 10 holidays, 10 PTO days, 2 flex days.
• Student loan repayment support.
• A team-focused, supportive, and fun work environment.

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 laws. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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