<p>Behavior Support Specialist</p> <p>Location: Santa Ana, CA</p> <p>Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour</p> <p>Position Summary</p> <p>At Community Autism Services, we are looking for compassionate and dedicated Behavior Support Specialists to join our Santa Ana team. In this role, you'll make a meaningful impact by supporting children in reaching their social, emotional, and behavioral goals across home, school, and community settings. Whether you've worked as a behavior technician, therapist, interventionist, SPED aide, or in a related role, this is an opportunity to grow your career in behavioral health while making a difference every day.</p> <p>Why Join Us?</p> <ul> <li>Supportive Team Environment - Work alongside experienced clinicians and a collaborative care team </li><li>Comprehensive Benefits - PTO, paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, disability & life insurance, and a 401k retirement plan </li><li>Career Development - Paid training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and pathways to advance in the field </li><li>Impactful Work - Help children achieve meaningful progress and support families in their journey </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>High school diploma or higher; degree in psychology, education, or related field preferred </li><li>Experience in childcare, special education, or behavioral support strongly preferred </li><li>Reliable transportation and ability to commute within 5-10 miles (30-45 minutes) </li><li>Open to both school- and home-based cases to build a full-time schedule </li><li>CPR/First Aid certification preferred </li><li>Strong communication and teamwork skills </li><li>Patience, empathy, and genuine passion for working with children </li><li>Vietnamese speakers strongly encouraged to apply! </li></ul> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Provide direct behavioral support to children in home, school, and community environments </li><li>Implement individualized behavior support and skill-building plans under clinical supervision. </li><li>Promote safe, positive, and inclusive environments for children </li><li>Support children with daily routines, including personal care as needed (e.g., diapering, toilet training) </li><li>Track and document progress, behavior data, and session notes accurately </li><li>Collaborate with clinical supervisors, educators, and family members to ensure consistency and progress </li></ul> <p>About Community Autism Services</p> <p>Community Autism Services, a division of The Stepping Stones Group, is dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families through compassionate, evidence-based care. Our team benefits from national clinical support, growth-focused training programs, and a shared mission of building brighter futures.</p>