Autism Support Specialist, Entry-Level
Holding Hands Inc
Autism Support Specialist, Entry-Level
Holding Hands Inc
part-time
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Origin: • 🇺🇸 United States • California
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💰 $22 - $28 per hour
Job Level
Entry Level
About the role
- Use Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to support children and teens in reaching their full potential
- Work one-on-one with clients in home, school, or clinic settings
- Follow a personalized therapy plan created by the clinical team
- Use play, routines, and activities to teach new skills and reduce challenging behaviors
- Track progress by taking notes and recording behaviors
- Encourage independence and build everyday life skills
- Schedule sessions (primarily 2–4 hours) and minimize commute by assigning clients within ~20 miles/30 minutes
- Participate in training and ongoing supervision from a multi-disciplinary team
Requirements
- A high school grad (or above!) who enjoys working with children
- At least 6 months of experience—paid or unpaid (volunteer or exposure) —supporting individuals with developmental disabilities
- Someone energetic, patient, and ready to learn
- Valid driver’s license, own reliable source of transportation, and active auto insurance
- Willing to travel locally for sessions with clients (30 minutes or less)
- Passion for working with children and youth with developmental disabilities
- Availability at least 4 days per week, minimum of 15 hours after 3pm
- Bonus Qualifications: Associate or Bachelor's degree
- Bonus Qualifications: ABA experience or RBT Certified
- Bonus Qualifications: Experienced managing maladaptive behaviors (non-compliance, elopement, aggression, self-injury)
- Bonus Qualifications: Bilingual