Action Behavior Centers - ABA Therapy for Autism
Direct Support Professional (Entry Level)
Action Behavior Centers - ABA Therapy for Autism, Commerce City, Colorado, United States, 80022
Direct Support Professional (Entry Level)
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Pay Range Base pay: $20.00/hr – $28.00/hr
Guaranteed full‑time hours, promotions every 6 months, yearly tenure bonus, fully paid RBT certification, no‑cost supervision, no contractual obligation, and generous benefits including 10 holidays, 10 paid time off days, 2 flex days, 90% health benefits coverage, free lunch Friday, DoorDash DashPass & Calm subscriptions, student loan repayment contributions, and annual celebrations.
Responsibilities
Apply one‑on‑one ABA therapy principles to help children with autism (18 months to 8 years) reach their full potential, following treatment plans, collecting data, writing insurance notes, and incorporating supervisor feedback.
Support early childhood developmental milestones through engaging therapeutic activities.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize treatment, safety, and a positive work environment.
Engage children through play, movement, and imitation, adapting activities to each child's energy and interests.
Communicate effectively with peers, families, and supervisors to coordinate activities, celebrate successes, and advocate for individual needs.
Qualifications
Ability to lift, move, and engage with children, including lifting up to 30 lbs, bending, squatting, and running in a fast‑paced environment.
Maintain a tidy, organized, and stimulating play space conducive to therapy.
Prioritize multiple actions and conversations safely and efficiently.
Support team members across centers, including travel to nearby locations when assigned.
Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
Minimum 18 years of age; high school diploma or GED equivalent.
Complete the RBT certification process within 20 days of employment by completing a 40‑hour training curriculum, hands‑on competency assessment, exam registration, and passing the board’s exam.
Team Quote "Working at ABC has been a wonderful experience because of how much they genuinely care about the kids. The team is fully invested in each child’s growth, and it shows in the results. It’s a privilege to work somewhere that puts the children’s needs first." — RBT, Denver, CO (Glassdoor)
Experience/Background Highlights
Childcare roles (nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, tutor)
Mental health professionals and advocates (QMHP, behavioral health technicians)
Camp counselors, volunteers, or Sunday school teachers
Degrees in teaching, special education, sociology, psychology, or related fields (any degree preferred)
Experience as paraprofessionals, direct support, or life skills assistants
Passion for working with children with autism spectrum disorder
Eagerness to join a caring, team‑oriented culture
We are a responsive employer – we will contact you within 24 hours of applying. Please do not reach out to centers directly about your application status; they are busy serving clients and families.
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Pay Range Base pay: $20.00/hr – $28.00/hr
Guaranteed full‑time hours, promotions every 6 months, yearly tenure bonus, fully paid RBT certification, no‑cost supervision, no contractual obligation, and generous benefits including 10 holidays, 10 paid time off days, 2 flex days, 90% health benefits coverage, free lunch Friday, DoorDash DashPass & Calm subscriptions, student loan repayment contributions, and annual celebrations.
Responsibilities
Apply one‑on‑one ABA therapy principles to help children with autism (18 months to 8 years) reach their full potential, following treatment plans, collecting data, writing insurance notes, and incorporating supervisor feedback.
Support early childhood developmental milestones through engaging therapeutic activities.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize treatment, safety, and a positive work environment.
Engage children through play, movement, and imitation, adapting activities to each child's energy and interests.
Communicate effectively with peers, families, and supervisors to coordinate activities, celebrate successes, and advocate for individual needs.
Qualifications
Ability to lift, move, and engage with children, including lifting up to 30 lbs, bending, squatting, and running in a fast‑paced environment.
Maintain a tidy, organized, and stimulating play space conducive to therapy.
Prioritize multiple actions and conversations safely and efficiently.
Support team members across centers, including travel to nearby locations when assigned.
Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
Minimum 18 years of age; high school diploma or GED equivalent.
Complete the RBT certification process within 20 days of employment by completing a 40‑hour training curriculum, hands‑on competency assessment, exam registration, and passing the board’s exam.
Team Quote "Working at ABC has been a wonderful experience because of how much they genuinely care about the kids. The team is fully invested in each child’s growth, and it shows in the results. It’s a privilege to work somewhere that puts the children’s needs first." — RBT, Denver, CO (Glassdoor)
Experience/Background Highlights
Childcare roles (nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, tutor)
Mental health professionals and advocates (QMHP, behavioral health technicians)
Camp counselors, volunteers, or Sunday school teachers
Degrees in teaching, special education, sociology, psychology, or related fields (any degree preferred)
Experience as paraprofessionals, direct support, or life skills assistants
Passion for working with children with autism spectrum disorder
Eagerness to join a caring, team‑oriented culture
We are a responsive employer – we will contact you within 24 hours of applying. Please do not reach out to centers directly about your application status; they are busy serving clients and families.
© Copyright 2025
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