Behavior Specialist - Sacramento

Center for Social Dynamics•Sacramento, CA

23d•$20 - $25•Hybrid

About The Position

This is an entry-level position that serves as the first step in a mapped-out career journey toward a degree, promotion, and leadership. The role involves using play, games, and evidence-based strategies to help children build communication, social, and life skills. The Behavior Specialist will bring energy and compassion to sessions conducted at a child's home, CSD centers, or in the community, following personalized plans designed by clinical leaders and celebrating client progress. It is a flexible, on-the-go role where no two days are the same. Prior experience is not required as training and support will be provided.

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

Nice To Haves

Love working with kids and making a difference.
Bring patience, energy, and optimism to every session.
Thrive in flexible, dynamic environments.
Ready to grow your career while helping kids grow, too.

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.