Behavior Interventionist – Santa Clarita

Nichols College; Dudley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player offers a rewarding opportunity for individuals passionate about working with children and making a difference in the lives of those with autism. As a Behavior Interventionist, you will provide in-home ABA therapy, gaining valuable experience in behavioral health while receiving ongoing training and support. This role not only allows you to develop critical skills in Applied Behavior Analysis but also offers a clear career path with opportunities for growth and advancement. Join a team dedicated to empowering families and creating inclusive communities.

Benefits

401k

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Ongoing Paid Training

Guaranteed Hours Pay

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience with children diagnosed with ASD or related disabilities.
• Some college coursework or enrollment at an accredited institution preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home ABA therapy sessions to children on the autism spectrum.
• Available to work afternoons, evenings, and weekends.

Skills

Behavioral Health

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Working with Children

Communication Skills

Education

Some College Coursework

Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Recruitment began on February 18, 2025

and the job listing Expires on May 16, 2025

Easterseals Southern California has fantastic opportunities for individuals looking to begin or continue a career in the fields of psychology, behavioral health, or autism services. Our Behavior Interventionists provide in home, ABA based therapy sessions to families and children on the autism spectrum. Are you interested in gaining a greater understanding of autism and behavioral therapy? Do you love working with children? We provide ongoing training and clearly defined career paths.

Apply today! Starting Pay: $24-$27.50 per hour

What’s great about working in this role?

Our Behavior Interventionists are paid the same rate for therapy sessions, drive time, and completing administrative work.

• We offer ‘Guaranteed hours pay’. This provides that you will be paid for hours that you are scheduled and available to work, regardless of cancellations, up to 30 hours per pay period for part time staff
• Opportunity to learn and apply the scientific discipline of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). This is a skill that can be applied in many different career paths
• Career growth and advancement: Research, Training, Assessment, are some of the other divisions that will allow you to grow with us
• Ongoing paid training, supervision and support to help you succeed and thrive. Candidates without experience are welcome to apply and receive our valuable training
• 401k, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO)

Responsibilities

What we are looking for:

• People with a passion for working with children
• Previous experience working with children or people with special needs and an interest in behavioral health
• Available to work in the afternoons/early evenings, and possible weekend morning hours
• Must have own reliable transportation, and valid driver’s license, auto registration and auto insurance
• Proof of immunization records and TB.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
• Must be available for initial 2 week training schedule (M-F, about 35 hours)
• The position requires lifting, carrying, and loading/unloading toys and materials for home visits. Also frequent walking, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and twisting in order to observe, assess, and interact with participants

Work hours: Our main working hours are Monday through Friday 3PM-8PM & Saturday 9AM-1PM. Candidates must be available to work at least 15 hours per week within this time frame.

Areas of coverage (cases will be assigned based on where you live): Santa Clarita, Newhall, Canyon Country, and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of 6 months of exposure to/experience with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) or other related developmental disabilities. Some examples include working with typically developing children in a group setting (children with demonstrated deficits or challenging behavior preferred), having a family member with ASD, a neighbor with a developmental disability, or even volunteer work in a classroom with a child with ASD, etc.

EDUCATION:

Degree not required, but must have at least completed some college coursework or be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university. We have a preference to programs related to early childhood education, psychology, nursing or related field.

This is a tremendous opportunity for people who have an interest in any of the following:

Autism, Behavior Analyst jobs, Social Skills, Developmental health, Psychology, Sociology, Social Services, Children, Behavior Therapist work, Behavioral Health, Behavior Specialist jobs, ABA Therapist, Childcare, Teacher Assistant, Teacher’s aide, Preschool Teacher, Paraprofessional, Youth Programs, Direct Support Professionals, Behavioral and Social Sciences, Behavioral Health Technicians, Babysitting, Mental Health Specialist, Camp Counselor, Coach, Working with Children, and Caregiver.

Easterseals is leading the way to full equity, inclusion and access through life-changing disability and community services. For more than 100 years, we have worked tirelessly with our partners to enhance quality of life and expand local access to healthcare, education and employment opportunities. Easterseals Southern California provides essential services and on-the-ground supports to more than 15,000 people each year—from early childhood programs for the critical first five years, to autism services, daily and independent living services for adults, employment programs, veterans’ services and more. Our public education, policy and advocacy initiatives positively shape perceptions and address the urgent and evolving needs of the one in four Americans with disabilities today. Together, we’re empowering people with disabilities, families and communities to be full and equal participants in society.

Join us as we seek to be the most inclusive place for people with disabilities to live, learn, work & play easterseals.com/southerncal