Behavior Support Specialist

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team environment

Comprehensive benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavior Support Specialist to join our Santa Maria team. This challenging role allows you to support children in achieving their social, emotional, and behavioral goals across various settings including home, school, and community.

The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, empathy, and a desire to make a difference. Comprehensive benefits, including paid training and career development opportunities, are offered to support your growth in behavioral health.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher; degree in psychology, education, or related field preferred.
• Experience in childcare, special education, or behavioral support strongly preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Patience

Empathy

Education

High school diploma or higher

Degree in psychology, education, or related field

Job description

Behavior Support Specialist

Location: Santa Maria, CA
Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Position Summary

At Community Autism Services, we are looking for compassionate and dedicated Behavior Support Specialists to join our Santa Maria 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

Qualifications

• 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

Key Responsibilities

• 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.