Job Details
Behavior Specialist - Entry Level
2026-02-04 Center for Social Dynamics Portland,OR
Description:
The Center for Social Dynamics (CSD) is an organization providing services to those with developmental delays, including autism. Our mission is to open a world of possibilities for individuals with Autism and other developmental needs through science, compassion, and humility.
Duties & Responsibilities
CSD is a proud equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Pursuant to applicable State and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Just graduated or about to graduate High School and looking for your first job? Join our team and begin making a difference! You will be providing specialized in-home tutoring programs for children on the autism spectrum. This is an entry level position in which we pay YOU to get trained!
- Position starts at $20-$25 per hour based on experience
- Flexible schedule (Minimum availability of 20 hours per week)
- Paid training, drive-time & mileage reimbursement
- Growth & development opportunities
- Free college or tuition reimbursement options through our Dreams Come TRUE program
The Center for Social Dynamics (CSD) is an organization providing services to those with developmental delays, including autism. Our mission is to open a world of possibilities for individuals with Autism and other developmental needs through science, compassion, and humility.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Have fun with our clients while teaching them the skills that they need
- Implement individualized programs for children and young adults based on behavioral analysis principles that increase communication, self-help, social and play skills
- Capture thorough notes using a tablet/mobile device to manage the child's progress
- Facilitate interactions with peers, coworkers, and families
- Keep the children motivated to learn through positive reinforcement and fun play-based therapy
- Additional job duties as assigned
- You enjoy working with children and making a difference!
- H.S. Diploma or GED
- Flexible availability - high demand for time Monday-Friday 3pm-8pm and Saturday 9am-1pm
- Minimum availability of 25 hours per week
- Reliable transportation required
- Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, twisting to observe, assess and interact with infants/toddlers (50%).
CSD is a proud equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Pursuant to applicable State and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.