Behavior Specialist

Job Description

Behavior Specialist | Center for Social Dynamics (CSD)

The Tone:
This is an early career opportunity at Center for Social Dynamics (CSD), operating in various locations across California. CSD builds futures filled with play, progress, and joy for children through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). This role is crucial as it’s the first step in a clear career path, directly changing children’s lives by helping them build essential skills and achieve significant milestones. As a Behavior Specialist, you will be a changemaker, empowering children to shine and celebrating their breakthroughs, big and small.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Flexible
• Location: California (various locations)
• Pay: $20–$25 hourly
• Team: Reports to clinical leadership, collaborates with a vibrant team
• Mission: To help children grow through Applied Behavior Analysis by building communication, social, and life skills, lighting up their lives.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Implement Strategies: Use play, games, and evidence-based techniques to develop communication, social, and life skills in children.
• Conduct Sessions: Deliver engaging and compassionate sessions with children in their homes, CSD centers, or community settings.
• Follow Clinical Plans: Execute personalized plans developed by clinical leaders to support children’s progress.
• Document Progress: Observe and celebrate client breakthroughs, documenting small wins that contribute to significant growth.
• Adapt to Environments: Work effectively in flexible and varied environments where daily activities differ.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Early career position requiring Junior College or college credits/courses.
• Experience: No prior experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is required; comprehensive training is provided.
• Skills:
• A genuine love for working with children and making a positive impact.
• Patience, energy, and optimism to bring to each session.
• Comfort working with diverse populations.
• Flexible availability, particularly during Monday–Friday afternoons/evenings and Saturdays.
• Ability to frequently sit and stand, keeping pace with clients.