Part-Time Weekend Behavioral Support Professional

Terrapin House, Inc.; Glen Mills (Delaware County); On-site; USD 38,572 - 48,216; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Terrapin House, Inc. is seeking a Part-Time Behavioral Support Professional to apply ABA skills and support a young adult with autism in home and community settings.

The role focuses on building independence, teaching daily living skills, and promoting meaningful activities while working with a dedicated team on weekends and flexible 6-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience using ABA and Positive Behavior Supports.
• Experience working with individuals with autism.
• Ability to follow behavior support plans and respond calmly to challenging behaviors.
• Engaging, patient, reliable, and good at building relationships.

Responsibilities

• Implement Positive Behavior Support and ABA strategies.
• Support community outings, recreation, and meaningful activities.
• Teach and reinforce communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Assist with personal care and ADLs as needed.
• Collaborate with a team of 11 professionals to provide high-quality support.

Skills

ABA

Positive Behavior Supports

Autism support

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in ABA

Tools

PECS

AAC

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule

Part-Time Behavioral Support Professional

Make a Real Difference. Use Your ABA Skills Where They Matter Most.

Are you an experienced behavioral professional who enjoys helping people reach their full potential? We're looking for a compassionate, dependable, and energetic Behavioral Support Professional to join an established team supporting an engaging young adult with autism.

This is more than a direct support position- it's an opportunity to use your ABA knowledge to help someone build independence, develop new skills, and enjoy a full and active life at home and in the community.

Position Details

• Part-Time Weekend Position
• Flexible 6-hour shifts (not every weekend)
• $28.00-$35.00 per hour, based on education and experience

What You'll Do

• Implement Positive Behavior Support and ABA strategies.
• Support community outings, recreation, and meaningful activities.
• Teach and reinforce communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Assist with personal care and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as needed.
• Work collaboratively with a dedicated team of 11 professionals to provide consistent, high-quality support.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Positive Behavior Supports.
• Has worked with individuals with autism or intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• Can confidently follow behavior support plans and respond calmly to challenging behaviors.
• Is engaging, patient, reliable, and enjoys building positive relationships.
• Has a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and a clean driving record.
• Can safely support an adult male with physical and behavioral needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or training in ABA, Psychology, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
• RBT, TSS, NADD, or other behavioral health certifications are welcomed.
• Experience with alternative communication systems such as PECS or AAC is a plus.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on your education and experience.
• Paid ABA-focused training and ongoing support.
• A collaborative, experienced team that values your expertise.
• The opportunity to make a lasting difference in one person's life while continuing to grow professionally.

If you're passionate about positive behavioral supports and are looking for meaningful, rewarding part-time work, we'd love to hear from you!