Entry Level Autism Aide - Fontana, CA

Center for Social Dynamics; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful experience

Collaborative team

Paid training

Job summary

Center for Social Dynamics (CSD) is hiring as a Behavior Specialist to help children build communication, social, and life skills through play and evidence-based methods. You may work at a child’s home, at a CSD center, or in the community as part of a compassionate, team-driven environment.

No prior experience is required; we provide thorough training and ongoing support. Starting pay is $20–$25 per hour, reflecting experience and location, with opportunities for growth and tuition assistance

Qualifications

• You enjoy working with children and making a difference.
• You are patient, dependable, and compassionate.
• You communicate clearly and work well as part of a team.
• You thrive in structured, school-based environments.

Responsibilities

• Use play, games, and evidence-based strategies to help kids build communication, social, and life skills.
• Bring energy and compassion to each session — at a child’s home, one of our centers, or in the community.
• Follow personalized plans designed by our clinical leaders while celebrating small wins that lead to big growth.
• Thrive in a flexible, on-the-go role where no two days look the same.
• You don’t need prior experience — we’ll train you and support you every step of the way.

Skills

Clear communication

Team player

Patience and compassion

Child engagement

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Job description

Your Next Step Into a Career That Changes Lives

This isn’t just an entry-level job. It’s the first step in a mapped‑out journey — toward a degree, a promotion, and even leadership.

At CSD, we don’t just hire people. We invite changemakers who believe that every child deserves to shine.

At CSD, we don’t just hire staff. We invite compassionate changemakers who believe every student deserves the support to succeed.

Starting Pay: $20–$25 per hour, based on experience

What Makes This Role Different

Career Compass: clarity from day one with your growth pathway.

Dreams Come True: free college or tuition reimbursement to help you earn your degree.

Career Rewards: recognition and milestones as you grow.

Flexible schedules + paid training so you can learn, earn, and thrive.

What If Growth Wasn’t a Mystery? – Introducing CSD Career Rewards!

About Us

At Center for Social Dynamics (CSD), we believe in possibilities.

From a child’s first breakthrough to every milestone after, we’re building futures filled with growth, confidence, and joy.

We partner with schools to support students with diverse learning and behavioral needs — helping them succeed in both special and general education settings.

We live our TRUE values: Transparency, Respect, Understanding, and Excellence.

It’s not just how we work — it’s who we are.

At CSD, we don’t just change lives. We light them up.

About the Opportunity

As a Behavior Specialist, you’ll:

• Use play, games, and evidence-based strategies to help kids build communication, social, and life skills.


• Bring energy and compassion to each session — whether it’s at a child’s home, one of our centers, or out in the community.


• Follow personalized plans designed by our clinical leaders while celebrating small wins that lead to big growth.


• Thrive in a flexible, on-the-go role where no two days look the same.


• You don’t need prior experience — we’ll train you and support you every step of the way.

What Success Looks Like

Kids smiling because they can now say a new word, share a toy, or join in play; achieving life changing milestones.

Families feeling hope and relief because they see progress.

You growing through paid training, coaching, and mapped‑out career milestones.

Benefits & Perks

• Meaningful, hands‑on experience with students


• Collaborative team environment

About You

This role is for you if:

• You enjoy working with children and making a difference


• You are patient, dependable, and compassionate


• You communicate clearly and work well as part of a team


• You thrive in structured, school‑based environments

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or GED


• Monday‑Friday 3pm‑8pm availability.


• Proof of vaccinations (MMR, Varicella)


• Reliable transportation


• Comfort working with diverse populations


• Willingness to complete training and documentation


• Ability to frequently sit and stand; keeping pace with your client

Physical requirements

• Constant visual stimulation, including close vision, distance vision, reading, computer work


• Constant sitting; frequent up and down out of chair


• Constant use of telephone, speaking, listening


• Constant document handling, use of copier and fax machine, filing


• Frequent typing, use of computer


• Occasional walking around building


• Occasional bending, reaching, stooping, pulling


• Occasional lifting, carrying, moving of items up to 20 pounds


• Occasional walking to, bending to enter, sitting and using upper and lower limbs to drive car

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

CSD is a proud equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. In accordance with the Fair Chance Act, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. CSD is dedicated to ensuring fair hiring practices and encourages all individuals, including those with prior criminal histories, to apply.