Behavior Specialist - Entry Level - Stockton
About the role
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. At CSD, we don’t just hire staff. We invite compassionate changemakers who believe every student deserves the support to succeed.
Starting Pay
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 breakthrough to every milestone after, we’re building futures filled with growth, confidence, and joy. We partner with schools to support students with diverse learning and behavioral needs — helping them succeed in both special and general education settings. We live our TRUE values: Transparency, Respect, Understanding, and Excellence. It’s not just how we work — it’s who we are. At CSD, we don’t just change lives. We light them up.
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.
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
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
Benefits & Perks
Consistent weekday schedule (no weekends)
School-year calendar with holidays aligned to district schedules
Meaningful, hands-on experience with students
Collaborative team environment
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