Autism Support Specialist, Entry Level
Holding Hands Inc
part-time
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Location: California • 🇺🇸 United States
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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 their home, school, or clinics to teach new skills and reduce challenging behaviors.
- Follow personalized therapy plans created by the clinical team.
- Use play, routines, and activities to help clients grow and encourage independence.
- Track progress by taking notes and recording behaviors.
- Conduct sessions primarily 2–4 hours each and schedule appointments based on availability.
- Travel to client locations; caseloads scheduled within approximately 20 miles or 30 minutes to minimize commute.
- Receive training and support from a multi-disciplinary team; participate in group meetings and supervision opportunities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 6 months of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities (paid or unpaid)
- Must be able to lift at least 10 pounds, sit, and run as needed.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable source of transportation, and active auto insurance
- Must be comfortable commuting 20 miles or 30 minutes to client sessions
- Passion for working with children, youth, and young adults with developmental disabilities
- Associate or bachelor's degree (preferred)
- ABA experience or RBT Certified (preferred)
- CPR certification in both pediatrics and adults (preferred)
- Experienced and comfortable managing a wide variety of maladaptive behaviors, including non-compliance, elopement, verbal and physical aggression, self-injurious behaviors (preferred)
- Must be available at least 4 days per week, for a minimum of 15 hours.