Part-Time Enhanced Support Professional with behavioral experience

Terrapin House, Inc.; Glen Mills (Delaware County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Terrapin House, Inc. is seeking a Part-Time Behavioral Support Professional to assist an engaged young adult with autism at home and in the community. You will apply ABA and Positive Behavior Supports to promote communication, independence, and daily living skills, while collaborating with an experienced team.

You’ll work weekend shifts on flexible 6-hour blocks, with ongoing training and support. We value dependable, engaged individuals who enjoy teaching skills and building meaningful

Qualifications

• Experience with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and/or Positive Behavior Supports.
• Experience supporting individuals with autism or intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• Ability to implement a behavior support plan and respond calmly to challenging behavior.
• Patient, energetic, and able to build a positive relationship with the person you support.
• Enjoys teaching skills rather than simply "helping".
• Reliable and able to work independently while also being a strong team member.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Implementing Positive Behavior Support and ABA strategies
• Following an individualized behavior support plan with consistency and integrity
• Teaching and reinforcing communication, social, and daily living skills
• Supporting skill acquisition and independence
• Participating in community outings, recreation, and meaningful activities
• Helping with personal care and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) when needed
• Responding calmly and appropriately to behavioral challenges
• Collecting information and communicating observations with the team
• Working alongside an experienced team of 11 professionals to provide consistent support

Skills

ABA knowledge

Positive Behavior Supports

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Bachelor’s degree or ABA training

Tools

AAC

PECS

Job description

Benefits:

• Training & development
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule

Part-Time Behavioral Support Professional

Put Your Behavioral Skills to Work - And Make a Real Difference

Are you a behavioral professional who loves seeing someone learn a new skill, communicate more effectively, or become more independent?

We’re looking for a compassionate, dependable, and energetic Support Professional who has experience in Behavioral Support to join an experienced team supporting an engaging young adult with autism.

This is an opportunity to do meaningful, hands-on behavioral work while helping someone enjoy a full, active life at home and in the community. You’ll be part of a team that values consistency, creativity, relationships, and - most importantly - the person being supported.

The Position

• Part-time weekend position
• Flexible 6-hour shifts
• Not every weekend
• $28-$35/hour, based on education and experience
• Ongoing training and support

What You’ll Do

You’ll use your behavioral knowledge in real-life situations to help support growth, independence, communication, and participation.

Your role includes:

• Implementing Positive Behavior Support and ABA strategies
• Following an individualized behavior support plan with consistency and integrity
• Teaching and reinforcing communication, social, and daily living skills
• Supporting skill acquisition and independence
• Participating in community outings, recreation, and meaningful activities
• Helping with personal care and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) when needed
• Responding calmly and appropriately to behavioral challenges
• Collecting information and communicating observations with the team
• Working alongside an experienced team of 11 professionals to provide consistent support

You don’t have to be perfect—you do need to be dependable, engaged, and genuinely interested in behavioral support.

We’re Looking for Someone who

• Has experience with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and/or Positive Behavior Supports
• Has experience supporting individuals with autism or intellectual/developmental disabilities
• Will be comfortable implementing a behavior support plan and responding calmly to challenging behavior
• Will be patient, energetic, and able to build a positive relationship with the person you support
• Enjoys teaching skills rather than simply "helping"
• Will be comfortable providing hand-on support when needed
• Will be reliable and able to work independently while also being a strong team member
• Has a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and a clean driving record
• Will be able to safely support an adult male with physical and behavioral needs

Education & Experience

A Bachelor’s degree or training in ABA, Psychology, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field is preferred.

We welcome candidates with certifications or experience such as:

• RBT
• TSS
• NADD
• Behavioral Health
• Special Education
• Other related behavioral or disability-support credentials

Experience with AAC, PECS, or other alternative communication systems is a plus.

This isn't a position where you're simply there to supervise someone or fill time.

Your skills matter.

You’ll have the opportunity to use behavioral principles in everyday situations—to teach communication, build independence, work through challenges, and help create opportunities for success.

You’ll also be joining a knowledgeable, supportive team where consistency and collaboration are important. You'll receive ABA-focused training, ongoing support, and the opportunity to learn from other experienced professionals.

Most importantly, you'll get to know the person you're supporting—their interests, strengths, personality, and goals—and help them have a life that is active, meaningful, and connected to their community.

If you're looking for part-time work where your behavioral expertise can make a genuine difference, we’d love to hear from you.