Behavior Specialist - East Bay South
About The Position
The Behavior Specialist supports students with diverse learning and behavioral needs in special and general education settings. The role uses play, games, and evidence-based strategies to help children develop communication, social, and life skills. Sessions may take place in a child’s home, a CSD center, or the community. Specialists follow personalized plans designed by clinical leaders and work to recognize children’s progress and milestones. This is a flexible, on-the-go role with paid training, coaching, and a mapped career pathway. Prior experience is not required. The position offers starting pay of $22–$27 per hour, based on experience. The posting describes a consistent weekday schedule with no weekends and a school-year calendar aligned with district holidays, while also listing flexible availability—especially Monday through Friday afternoons/evenings and Saturdays—as a requirement. CSD partners with schools to support children with autism and other developmental needs. The organization emphasizes its TRUE values: Transparency, Respect, Understanding, and Excellence.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Prior experience is not required; training and support are provided.
- Flexible availability, especially Monday through Friday afternoons/evenings and Saturdays.
- Proof of MMR and Varicella vaccinations.
- Reliable transportation.
- Comfort working with diverse populations.
- Willingness to complete training and documentation.
- Ability to frequently sit and stand and keep pace with the client.
- Enjoy working with children and making a difference.
- Patient, dependable, and compassionate.
- Clear communication and ability to work well as part of a team.
- Ability to thrive in structured, school-based environments.
Responsibilities
- Use play, games, and evidence-based strategies to help children build communication, social, and life skills.
- Conduct sessions at children’s homes, CSD centers, or in the community.
- Follow personalized plans designed by clinical leaders.
- Support children’s progress and celebrate developmental milestones.
- Complete required training and documentation.
- Work collaboratively with families and the team.
Benefits
- Free college or tuition reimbursement.
- Flexible schedules.
- Paid training.
- Career growth pathway, recognition, and career milestones.
- Consistent weekday schedule with no weekends.
- School-year calendar with holidays aligned to district schedules.
- Collaborative team environment.
- Meaningful, hands-on experience with students.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
