Entry Level Autism Aide - Escondido, CA

Starting Pay: $20–$27 per hour, based on experience

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 compassionate changemakers who believe every student deserves the support to succeed.

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.

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.

You don’t need prior experience — we’ll train you and support you every step of the way.

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

• Meaningful, hands-on experience with students
• Collaborative team environment

About You

This role is for you if:

• 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)
• 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

May include but is not limited to:

• 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