Behavior Specialist - Evans, CO

Clinical•Evans, CO

14d•$20 - $25

About The Position

As a Behavior Specialist at CSD, you’ll play a key role in supporting children with autism. Using strategies backed by science (called Applied Behavior Analysis, or ABA), you’ll help kids build important life skills—like communication, social interaction, and daily routines—in their homes, at our centers, or in community settings. You’ll follow a personalized plan created by our clinical team and bring energy, compassion, and structure to each session. Whether you're playing games, guiding through tasks, or celebrating a small win, your support helps children grow in big ways. This is a flexible, on-the-go role perfect for someone who’s passionate about making a difference and thrives in dynamic environments. Training is provided, and you'll always have support from our experienced clinical leaders.

Requirements

You enjoy working with children and making a difference!
H.S. Diploma or GED
Flexible availability - high demand for time Monday through Thursday from 3-8 pm and Saturday
Complete new hire training conducted online and in person.
Proof of vaccinations (MMR, Varicella, and COVID – California mandated)
Reliable transportation required
Sensitive to working with an ethnically, linguistically, culturally and economically diverse population.
Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Able to consistently demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills.
Able to exercise confidentiality and discretion pertaining to the work environment.
Able to appropriately interpret and implement policies, procedures and regulations.
Knowledgeable and skilled in computer/word processing software.
Physical requirements may include but is not limited to: 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 Sitting and maintaining close visual attention to write reports and perform computer work (15%). Occasional lifting, carrying, and loading/unloading of toys and materials used in home visits (10%).

Responsibilities

Conducts 100% of scheduled sessions, unless time-off has been granted or the parents of the client have communicated to the clinical team that they would not like for the hours to be provided.
Primarily responsible for conducting subbing sessions for other clients to sustain the productivity margin if a session is cancelled by the family. Subbing sessions will fall on Saturdays and within the employee’s availability.
Additional hours or sessions may be assigned by the Regional leadership within employee’s availability.
Implements individualized treatment goals and Behavioral Intervention Plans in response to the direction provided by the Clinical Director and Senior Clinical Leader/Clinical Leader and/or other clinical staff in order to improve the behavior and skill acquisition of clients diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Travels to Center, Home, and other community settings to deliver services.
Subbing sessions will primarily take place in the regional centers
Renders completed sessions daily and writes thorough notes
Communicates schedule changes and cancellations to clinical team immediately.
Participates in regular meetings and promptly communicates with Clinical Leaders/Clinical Directors via email and phone, regarding Treatment Plans and Behavioral Intervention Plans, family concerns and questions.
Fulfills the timely completion of necessary clinical documentation and communication of: Daily Treatment Session Notes Daily Treatment Target Data Daily (If applicable) Behavior Data.
Keeps updated with other site-related documents and current clinical reports for each child served.
Remains current regarding new research, current trends and developments in special education and related fields.
Attends staff meetings, in-services, trainings, and other meetings as requested.
Additional job duties as assigned