Behavior Support Specialist

Behavior Support Specialist

• Location:

  Santa Barbara, Carpenteria, Goleta, CA

• Pay:

  $21.00
• $26.00 per hour

• Hours:

  M-F 2pm-6pm
• Position Summary At Community Autism Services, we are looking for
• compassionate and dedicated Behavior Support Specialists
• to join our Santa Barbara team.

In this role, you'll make a meaningful impact by supporting children in reaching their social, emotional, and behavioral goals across home, school, and community settings. Whether you've worked as a behavior technician, therapist, interventionist, SPED aide, or in a related role, this is an opportunity to grow your career in behavioral health while making a difference every day. Why Join Us?

• Supportive Team Environment
• Work alongside experienced clinicians and a collaborative care team
• Comprehensive Benefits
• PTO, paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, disability & life insurance, and a 401k retirement plan
• Career Development
• Paid training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and pathways to advance in the field
• Impactful Work
• Help children achieve meaningful progress and support families in their journey Qualifications
• High school diploma or higher; degree in psychology, education, or related field preferred
• Experience in childcare, special education, or behavioral support strongly preferred
• Reliable transportation and ability to commute within 5-10 miles (30-45 minutes)
• Open to home-based cases, opportunity to build a full-time schedule
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Patience, empathy, and genuine passion for working with children Key Responsibilities
• Provide direct behavioral support to children in home and community environments
• Implement individualized behavior support and skill-building plans under clinical supervision.
• Promote safe, positive, and inclusive environments for children
• Support children with daily routines, including personal care as needed (e.g., diapering, toilet training)
• Track and document progress, behavior data, and session notes accurately
• Collaborate with clinical supervisors, educators, and family members to ensure consistency and progress Your Benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Paid RBT training & certification
• Medical, dental, vision, disability & life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Competitive wage increases
• Supportive, well-resourced center with structured systems and mentorship
• A mission-driven workplace that values you and the work you do
• About Community Autism Services
• Community Autism Services, a division of The Stepping Stones Group, is dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families through compassionate, evidence-based care.

Our team benefits from national clinical support, growth-focused training programs, and a shared mission of building brighter futures.