Behavior Interventionist

Easterseals Southern California•Torrance, CA

About The Position

Easterseals Southern California Behavior Interventionists provide in-home, ABA-based therapy sessions to families and children on the autism spectrum. The role offers ongoing training and clearly defined career paths and may suit people interested in psychology, behavioral health, autism services, or working with children. Candidates must be available to work at least 15 hours per week during the main working hours of Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m., and Saturday, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. The role also requires availability for an initial two-week training schedule, Monday through Friday, for about 35 hours. The position involves lifting, carrying, and loading or unloading toys and materials for home visits. It also requires frequent walking, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and twisting to observe, assess, and interact with participants. Starting pay is $24–$27.50 per hour.

Requirements

Passion for working with children.
Previous experience working with children or people with special needs, and an interest in behavioral health.
Availability to work at least 15 hours per week within the stated Monday-through-Saturday work-hour windows.
Availability for the initial two-week training schedule, Monday through Friday, about 35 hours.
Own reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license, vehicle registration, and auto insurance.
Proof of immunization records and TB screening.
Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
Ability to lift, carry, and load or unload toys and materials, and to frequently walk, bend, reach, squat, kneel, and twist.

Responsibilities

Provide in-home, ABA-based therapy sessions to families and children on the autism spectrum.
Observe, assess, and interact with participants during home visits.
Transport and handle toys and materials for home visits.