Behavior Specialist - Entry Level - Walnut Creek

Overview You are a Behavior Specialist at Center for Social Dynamics (CSD), working with children with diverse learning and behavioral needs in homes, centers, and community settings. You help kids build communication, social, and life skills using play, games, and evidence‑based strategies while following personalized plans from our clinical leaders. Responsibilities Use play, games, and evidence‑based strategies to help kids build communication, social, and life skills. Bring energy and compassion to each session, whether at a child’s home, one of our centers, or out in the community. Follow personalized plans designed by our clinical leaders and celebrate small wins that lead to big growth. Work flexibly in an on‑the‑go role where no two days look the same while staying within a consistent weekday schedule. What Success Looks Like Kids smile because they can now say a new word, share a toy, or join in play. Families feel hope and relief as they see progress. Employees grow through paid training, coaching, and mapped‑out career milestones. Benefits & Perks Consistent weekday schedule (no weekends). School‑year calendar with holidays aligned to district schedules. Hands‑on experience with students. Collaborative team environment. About You You enjoy working with children and making a difference. You are patient, dependable, and compassionate. You communicate clearly and work well as part of a team. You thrive in structured, school‑based environments. Requirements High School Diploma or GED. Flexible availability (especially Monday–Friday afternoons/evenings and Saturdays). Proof of required vaccinations (MMR, Varicella, COVID – CA mandated). Reliable transportation. Comfort working with diverse populations. Willingness to complete training and documentation. Ability to frequently sit and stand, keeping pace with your client. 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. In accordance with the Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will also be considered for employment. CSD is dedicated to ensuring fair hiring practices and encourages all individuals, including those with prior criminal histories, to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Center for Social Dynamics