HIGH PAY Autism Leadership Role
United Care•San Diego, CA
•Remote
About The Position
We are launching a unique Autism Independence Program that helps autistic teens and adults apply skills learned through ABA, OT, speech therapy, school programs, and other services into meaningful real-life independence. This role involves providing oversight, staff coaching, family collaboration, and independence-focused planning within a non-clinical, non-clinic setting. The focus is on independence, dignity, autonomy, and quality of life, with an opportunity to help build a program from the ground up and potential for leadership growth.
Requirements
- Minimum 4-5 years of autism experience.
- Minimum 3 years working with autistic teens and/or adults.
- Experience with aggression, self-injury, elopement, emotional dysregulation, and sensory challenges.
- Experience developing individualized support strategies.
- Experience coaching or supervising staff.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with families.
Nice To Haves
- BCBA credential.
- Master's degree in Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, Human Development, or related field.
- Experience supervising RBTs or direct support teams.
- Experience with AAC, sensory regulation, and transition-age youth.
- Crisis prevention/intervention training.
Responsibilities
- Provide oversight for the Autism Independence Program.
- Coach staff members.
- Collaborate with families.
- Develop independence-focused plans.
- Help build a program from the ground up.
Benefits
- Pay: $65-$85/hour depending on qualifications and experience.
- Part-time pilot role (5-10 hours weekly).
- Weekday afternoons/evenings.
- Potential growth to 15-25 hours weekly and eventually full-time.
- Join us as a founding team member.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Senior
