Part-Time Child Development Specialist: Autism Care

Positive Development; Jackson Township (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Technology stipend

Paid drive time + mileage

Paid training

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Positive Development is seeking a Part-Time Child Development Specialist to work onsite in Jackson Township, NJ. The role focuses on one-on-one work with autistic children, building communication, social, and daily living skills through play-based, relationship-focused interactions.

Responsibilities include documenting session notes, tracking progress, and collaborating with clinicians. Training is provided, with paid drive time and mileage reimbursement between clients.

Qualifications

• Must have patience, emotional maturity and commitment.
• Strong communication skills with families and teammates.
• Reliable and able to maintain a consistent schedule for kids.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks as described in requirements.

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 with clinicians and supervisors to build clinical skills and confidence.
• Learn evidence-based developmental care in real-life settings.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Positive Development is seeking a Part-Time Child Development Specialist to work onsite in Jackson Township, NJ. The role focuses on one-on-one work with autistic children, building communication, social, and daily living skills through play-based, relationship-focused interactions.

Responsibilities include documenting session notes, tracking progress, and collaborating with clinicians. Training is provided, with paid drive time and mileage reimbursement between clients.