Autism Aide- Raton, NM

Center for Social Dynamics•Taos, NM

5d•$18 - $25•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is not just an entry-level job but the first step in a mapped-out journey toward a degree, promotion, and leadership. At Center for Social Dynamics (CSD), we invite changemakers who believe that every child deserves to shine and succeed. We partner with schools to support students with diverse learning and behavioral needs, helping them succeed in both special and general education settings. We live our TRUE values: Transparency, Respect, Understanding, and Excellence. As a Behavior Specialist, you will use play, games, and evidence-based strategies to help kids build communication, social, and life skills. You will bring energy and compassion to each session, whether it's at a child’s home, one of our centers, or out in the community. You will follow personalized plans designed by our clinical leaders while celebrating small wins that lead to big growth. This is a flexible, on-the-go role where no two days look the same. Prior experience is not required as training and support will be provided every step of the way. Success in this role means seeing kids smile because they can say a new word, share a toy, or join in play, achieving life-changing milestones. It also means families feeling hope and relief because they see progress, and you growing through paid training, coaching, and mapped-out career milestones.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma or GED
Flexible availability (especially Mon–Fri afternoons/evenings + Saturdays)
Proof of vaccinations (MMR, Varicella, COVID – CA mandated)
Reliable transportation
Comfort working with diverse populations
Willingness to complete training and documentation
Ability to frequently sit and stand; keeping pace with your client
Constant visual stimulation, including close vision, distance vision, reading, computer work
Constant sitting; frequent up and down out of chair
Constant use of telephone, speaking, listening
Constant document handling, use of copier and fax machine, filing
Frequent typing, use of computer
Occasional walking around building
Occasional bending, reaching, stooping, pulling
Occasional lifting, carrying, moving of items up to 20 pounds
Occasional walking to, bending to enter, sitting and using upper and lower limbs to drive car

Responsibilities

Use play, games, and evidence-based strategies to help kids build communication, social, and life skills.
Bring energy and compassion to each session — whether it’s at a child’s home, one of our centers, or out in the community.
Follow personalized plans designed by our clinical leaders while celebrating small wins that lead to big growth.
Thrive in a flexible, on-the-go role where no two days look the same.
Complete training and documentation.