Home-Based Autism Care Specialist (Part‑Time)

Positive Development; Santa Paula (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Technology stipend

Paid drive time

Paid training

Letters of recommendation

Job summary

Positive Development is hiring a Part-Time Child Development Specialist to work with autistic children in home-based or center settings in Santa Paula, CA. Direct pay ranges from $26 to $30 per hour, with admin/training paid at $20/hour.

Flexible part-time schedules include weekday evenings or weekends, plus paid drive time and mileage reimbursement. You’ll be trained and supported by clinicians, with opportunities for growth and certification in autism care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 1 year of volunteer or working experience with children.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (30–40 min drive radius).
• Playing on the floor/ground for up to two-three hours per session
• Lifting/carrying up to 40 lbs
• Sitting, kneeling, crouching, or moving quickly to ensure child safety
• Strong communication skills and professionalism with families and teammates

Responsibilities

• Build communication, social, and daily living skills through play, conversation, and shared activities
• Create meaningful connections that help children think, create, and engage with the world
• Follow a relationship-based intervention model designed to achieve strong outcomes with fewer session hours
• Track progress by documenting session notes and goal outcomes
• Collaborate closely with clinicians and supervisors to build clinical skills and confidence
• Learn how evidence-based developmental care works in real life, not just in textbooks

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Reliability

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Positive Development is hiring a Part-Time Child Development Specialist to work with autistic children in home-based or center settings in Santa Paula, CA. Direct pay ranges from $26 to $30 per hour, with admin/training paid at $20/hour.

Flexible part-time schedules include weekday evenings or weekends, plus paid drive time and mileage reimbursement. You’ll be trained and supported by clinicians, with opportunities for growth and certification in autism care.