PartTime 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 a young adult with autism. You will apply ABA strategies to promote growth, independence, communication, and participation at home and in the community.

Join a supportive team, with ongoing training, flexible weekend shifts, and opportunities to develop behavioral skills while making a real difference.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or ABA, Psychology, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work or related field preferred.
• Certifications such as RBT, TSS, NADD, Behavioral Health, Special Education or related credentials welcome.
• Experience with AAC, PECS or other alternative communication systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement Positive Behavior Support and ABA strategies.
• Follow an individualized behavior support plan with consistency and integrity.
• Teach and reinforce communication, social and daily living skills.
• Support skill acquisition and independence.
• Participate in community outings, recreation and meaningful activities.
• Help with personal care and ADLs when needed.
• Respond calmly to behavioral challenges.
• Collect information and communicate observations with the team.
• Work with a team of 11 professionals to provide consistent support.

Skills

ABA experience

Behavioral support

Reliability

Education

Bachelor’s degree or ABA training

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 hands-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.

Interested?