Behavior Specialist - Hayward, CA

Your First Step Into a Career That Changes Lives This isn’t just an entry-level job. It’s the first step in a mapped-out journey — toward a degree, a promotion, and even leadership. At CSD, we don’t just hire people. We invite changemakers who believe that every child deserves to shine. Starting Pay: $20–$25 per hour, based on experience What Makes This Role Different Career Compass: clarity from day one with your growth pathway. Dreams Come True: free college or tuition reimbursement to help you earn your degree. Career Rewards: recognition and milestones as you grow. Flexible schedules + paid training so you can learn, earn, and thrive. About Us At Center for Social Dynamics (CSD), we believe in possibilities. From a child’s first session to every milestone after, we’re building futures filled with play, progress, and joy. We meet kids where they are — at home, in schools, and in the community — and help them grow through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Every day is about connection, compassion, and celebrating breakthroughs big and small. About the Opportunity As a Behavior Specialist, you’ll: Use play, games, and evidence-based strategies to help kids build communication, social, and life skills. Bring energy and compassion to each session — whether it’s at a child’s home, one of our centers, or out in the community. Follow personalized plans designed by our clinical leaders while celebrating small wins that lead to big growth. Thrive in a flexible, on-the-go role where no two days look the same. What Success Looks Like Kids smiling because they can now say a new word, share a toy, or join in play; achieving life changing milestones. Families feeling hope and relief because they see progress. You growing through paid training, coaching, and mapped-out career milestones. Benefits & Perks Competitive pay + bonus opportunities Paid drive time & mileage reimbursement Company-issued cell phone Free college or tuition reimbursement (Dreams Come True Program) Hands‑on training, career advancement, and a vibrant team culture About You You love working with kids and making a difference. You bring patience, energy, and optimism to every session. You thrive in flexible, dynamic environments. You’re ready to grow your career while helping kids grow, too. Requirements H.S. Diploma or GED Flexible availability (especially Mon–Fri afternoons/evenings + Saturdays) Proof of 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 Physical Requirements Constant visual stimulation, including close vision, distance vision, reading, computer work Constant sitting; frequent up and down out of chair Constant use of telephone, speaking, listening Constant document handling, use of copier and fax machine, filing Frequent typing, use of computer Occasional walking around building Occasional bending, reaching, stooping, pulling Occasional lifting, carrying, moving of items up to 20 pounds Occasional walking to, bending to enter, sitting and using upper and lower limbs to drive car 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, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 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