Behavioral Aide

Salvation Private Home Care; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Salvation Private Home Care in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Behavioral Aide to provide one-on-one, in-home behavioral support to children under 21 enrolled in the Georgia Pediatric Program (GAPP). You will implement behavior strategies under a BCBA, helping with autism-related needs in the home setting.

Responsibilities include implementing the BIP, promoting communication and routines, collecting data, and maintaining professional boundaries.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience with children with autism, developmental disabilities, or behavioral challenges.
• Ability to follow structured behavior plans and clinical direction.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to client homes.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Willing to complete a background check.

Responsibilities

• Implement behavior support strategies outlined in the child's BIP.
• Provide in-home behavioral support per GAPP authorization.
• Support skill-building related to communication, routines, safety, and regulation.
• Collect and document behavioral data as directed by the supervising BCBA.
• Communicate observations and progress to the clinical team.
• Maintain professionalism and therapeutic boundaries in the home.
• Follow Medicaid, agency, and client policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Follow structured behavior plans

Reliable transportation

Experience with autism/ DD

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Paid weekly every Friday via direct deposit


• W-2 employment — taxes withheld, consistent weekly pay

Position Type:

Part-time | W-2 Employee

Compensation:

• $15–$16/hr


• Paid weekly every Friday via direct deposit


• W-2 employment — taxes withheld, consistent weekly pay

About Us:

Salvation Private Home Care is a licensed GAPP provider based in Atlanta, GA, serving the surrounding areas and other cities in the state of Georgia. We are dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized home care services to medically fragile children in need, ensuring their comfort and well-being in the comfort of their own homes.

Job Summary:

The Behavioral Aide provides one-on-one, in-home behavioral support to children under the age of 21 enrolled in the Georgia Pediatric Program (GAPP). This role focuses on implementing behavior support strategies developed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other qualifying behavioral diagnoses. Behavioral Aides do not diagnose, assess, or create treatment plans. All services are delivered under clinical supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement behavior support strategies outlined in the child's Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP)


• Provide in-home behavioral support in accordance with GAPP authorization


• Support skill-building related to communication, daily routines, safety behaviors, and emotional regulation


• Collect and document behavioral data as directed by the supervising BCBA


• Communicate observations and progress to the clinical team


• Maintain professionalism and therapeutic boundaries in the home setting


• Follow all Medicaid, agency, and client-specific policies

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED


• Experience working with children with autism, developmental disabilities, or behavioral challenges (formal or informal)


• Ability to follow structured behavior plans and clinical direction


• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to client homes


• Strong communication and documentation skills


• Willing to complete a background check

Preferred Qualifications:

• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification


• Coursework or training in psychology, education, social work, or ABA


• Prior experience with in-home services, Medicaid-funded programs, or pediatric populations

Supervision & Training:

• Behavioral Aides receive ongoing supervision from a contracted BCBA


• Training provided on client-specific behavior plans, documentation requirements, and safety and compliance standards

Work Environment:

• Services are delivered in the child's home and community settings — this is not a clinic-based position


• Behavioral Aides do not conduct assessments or write treatment plans


• Consistency, reliability, and professionalism are critical


• Reliable transportation required

Compensation:

• $15–$16/hr


• Paid weekly every Friday via direct deposit

Hiring Process:

• Application & Resume Submission


• Interview


• Background Check


• Confirm Start Date


• Orientation