Job Description
Substitute Behavior Support Specialist
Location: Santa Clarita Valley, CA
Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour
Position Summary
At Community Autism Services, we are looking for compassionate and dedicated Behavior Support Specialists to join our Santa Clarita 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.
Why Join Us?
About Community Autism Services
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.
Substitute Behavior Support Specialist
Location: Santa Clarita Valley, CA
Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour
Position Summary
At Community Autism Services, we are looking for compassionate and dedicated Behavior Support Specialists to join our Santa Clarita 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.
Why Join Us?
- Supportive Team Environment - Work alongside experienced clinicians and a collaborative care team
- Comprehensive Benefits - PTO, paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, disability & life insurance, and a 401k retirement plan
- Career Development - Paid training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and pathways to advance in the field
- Impactful Work - Help children achieve meaningful progress and support families in their journey
- High school diploma or higher; degree in psychology, education, or related field preferred
- Experience in childcare, special education, or behavioral support strongly preferred
- Reliable transportation and ability to commute within 5-10 miles (30-45 minutes)
- Open to both school- and home-based cases to build a full-time schedule
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Patience, empathy, and genuine passion for working with children
- Provide direct behavioral support to children in home, school, and community environments
- Implement individualized behavior support and skill-building plans under clinical supervision.
- Promote safe, positive, and inclusive environments for children
- Support children with daily routines, including personal care as needed (e.g., diapering, toilet training)
- Track and document progress, behavior data, and session notes accurately
- Collaborate with clinical supervisors, educators, and family members to ensure consistency and progress
About Community Autism Services
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.
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