Direct Support Professional (Entry-Level)

Make a difference in a child’s life every single day.

We have immediate openings to support families in need.

We’re actively hiring kind, enthusiastic individuals who can start right away—or within 4 weeks of accepting an offer. If you’re ready to jump in and make a positive impact, we’d love to meet you!

We take every application seriously and value your time.

Our hiring process is fast and thoughtful—we aim to respond within 24 hours of receiving your application. Interviews and offers typically move quickly, and you may even receive a job offer the same day as your interview .

Why Join Us?

At Action Behavior Centers, we’re driven by our core values—learning, caring, fun, team, and excellence. We foster a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative environment where creativity thrives, and both personal and professional growth are encouraged.

We believe in the potential of every individual we serve, from helping children reach life-changing milestones to supporting our team’s success. In our 1 : 1 ABA setting, you'll work hands-on with children (18 months to 8 years) using ethical, evidence-based ABA techniques in a supportive, center-based environment. With top-tier supervision, ongoing training, and a passionate team by your side, you’ll make a real impact every day!

What you’ll be doing as a Behavior Therapist

• Apply the principles of one-on-one ABA therapy  to help children with Autism reach their full potential by reading treatment plan and program descriptions, implementing treatment in line with written description, collecting data, writing insurance notes, and implementing feedback provided by the supervisor during observation sessions.
• Support the development  of children in early childhood (ages 18 months to 8 years old) through engaging and fun therapeutic activities.
• Collaborate  with a team of individuals to optimize treatment, safety, and a fun working experience throughout the center.
• Engage  with children through play, movement, and imitation. For some kids this includes running, dancing, and singing silly songs. For others, this might look like reading a book, watching a video, or playing with cars. Keeping up with the energy and enthusiasm of the kiddos, actively engaging in play, and fostering a joyful atmosphere.
• Effectively and positively communicate  with stakeholders (e.g., peers, families, supervisors) to coordinate activities, celebrate successes, and advocate for personal needs.

Job Requirements

Complete the RBT certification process within 20 days of employment by passing a 40-hour training curriculum, hands on competency assessment, registering for an exam, and passing the board’s exam.

What Our Team Says

We work directly within the Austin community to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families.

“It's a fun environment where a lot of serious work is being done and I work with such a great group of people - it is a team!” Glassdoor Review - Behavior Therapist, Austin, TX

The ABC Advantage

Generous Benefits & Perks :

Pay Ranges Based on Experience & Education :

For entry level candidates, your first raise is earned upon certification as RBT, typically within 21 days.

Experience in these fields is a plus!

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We are a Responsive Employer - we will be in touch with you within 24 hours of applying!

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