Behavior Specialist / RBT – Santa Rosa, CA
About The Position
The Behavior Specialist supports children with diverse learning and behavioral needs, helping them develop communication, social, and life skills. The role uses play, games, and evidence-based strategies in sessions conducted at a child’s home, a CSD center, or in the community. Specialists follow individualized plans designed by clinical leaders and recognize progress toward meaningful milestones. This is a flexible, on-the-go role in which days may vary. Prior experience is not required. CSD provides paid training and support, coaching, and a mapped career pathway with opportunities for further education, advancement, and leadership. The role is described as school-based and aligned with a school-year calendar and district holidays. CSD partners with schools to support students in special and general education settings.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Enjoy working with children and making a difference.
- Patient, dependable, and compassionate.
- Clear communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
- Comfort working with diverse populations.
- Willingness to complete training and documentation.
- Proof of MMR and Varicella vaccinations.
- Reliable transportation.
- Ability to frequently sit and stand and keep pace with the client.
- Flexible availability, especially Monday–Friday afternoons/evenings and Saturdays.
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 community settings.
- 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 team members.
Benefits
- Free college or tuition reimbursement.
- Flexible schedules.
- Paid training.
- Career growth pathway, recognition, and milestones.
- Consistent weekday schedule with no weekends, as described in the benefits section.
- 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
