Entry Level Psychology Position

Center for Social Dynamics • Tucson, AZ

19h • $20 - $25 • Hybrid

About The Position

This is an entry-level position that serves as the first step in a career pathway toward a degree, promotion, and leadership. The role involves partnering with schools to support students with diverse learning and behavioral needs. The Behavior Specialist will use play, games, and evidence-based strategies to help children build communication, social, and life skills. The position requires energy and compassion, working in various settings such as a child's home, CSD centers, or the community. The role involves 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

• You enjoy working with children and making a difference
• You are patient, dependable, and compassionate
• You communicate clearly and work well as part of a team
• You thrive in structured, school-based environments

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.

Benefits

• Career Compass: clarity from day one with your growth pathway.
• Dreams Come True: free college or tuition reimbursement to help you earn your degree.
• Career Rewards: recognition and milestones as you grow.
• Flexible schedules + paid training
• Consistent weekday schedule (no weekends)
• School-year calendar with holidays aligned to district schedules
• Meaningful, hands-on experience with students
• Collaborative team environment

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED