Child Development Specialist

About the Role

Work one-on-one with autistic children in their homes and/or center based to help them build communication, social, and daily living skills through play-based, relationship-focused interactions. This is an active coaching role where you'll be creating meaningful connections, tracking progress, and collaborating with clinicians and supervisors to build clinical skills and confidence.

What You'll Do

• Build communication, social, and daily living skills through play, conversation, and shared activities
• Create meaningful connections that help children think, create, and engage with the world
• Follow a relationship-based intervention model designed to achieve strong outcomes with fewer session hours
• Track progress by documenting session notes and goal outcomes
• Collaborate closely with clinicians and supervisors to build clinical skills and confidence
• Learn how evidence-based developmental care works in real life, not just in textbooks

Pay and Schedule

• Direct Pay: $22–$28/hour (based on experience and education)
• Training / Admin Pay: $20/hour
• Part-time schedules:
  • 3, 4, or 5 days per week Monday–Friday (most available hours are 3pm–8pm)
  • Or Saturday and Sunday (most available hours are between 9am–3pm)
• Paid drive time + mileage reimbursement (IRS rate) between clients

This role is ideal for students balancing classes, internships, or graduate school.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (must be 18+)
• Valid driver's license + reliable transportation (30–40 min drive radius)
• Ability to complete physical tasks, including: playing on the floor/ground for up to two-three hours per session, lifting/carrying up to 40 lbs, sitting, kneeling, crouching, or moving quickly to ensure child safety
• Strong communication skills and professionalism with families and teammates

Training, Growth, and Career Development

• Paid New Hire Training
• Ongoing coaching and mentorship from expert clinicians
• Opportunities for role progression, pay increases, and performance bonuses
• Exposure to a cutting-edge model of autism care with measurable outcomes

Benefits and Perks

• $1000 Referral Bonus
• Monthly Technology Stipend
• Paid drive time at admin rate + mileage reimbursement between clients
• Paid training
• Strong performers may request letters of recommendation for graduate or professional programs