Support specialist h1.location_city

Overview

We are seeking candidates with hands-on experience supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who are currently pursuing (or have completed) a relevant graduate degree or professional certification. This role is ideal for graduate-level trainees or early-career professionals with direct ASD experience in clinical, school, therapeutic, or family support settings. We are looking to onboard selected candidates by early this week . * * * ## Key Responsibilities - Support children or adolescents with ASD in structured settings (clinical, educational, or home-based, depending on project scope) - Assist in implementing individualized plans (e.g., IEPs, therapy plans, behavior intervention plans) - Document observations and provide structured feedback - Apply evidence-based strategies for ASD intervention - Collaborate with supervisors, therapists, or multidisciplinary teams - Support families with guidance and structured communication (as applicable) * * * ## Required Qualifications Candidates must meet both of the following criteria : ### 1\. ASD Experience - Direct experience working with children or adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder - Exposure to behavioral, developmental, or therapeutic interventions - Familiarity with IEPs, behavior plans, or structured developmental goals ### 2\. Relevant Credential (Completed or In Progress) One or more of the following (or equivalent) : - Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Graduate Student - Master’s student with hands-on ASD clinical experience - Occupational Therapy (OT) Graduate Student - Pediatric fieldwork with autism-focused caseload - School Psychology Graduate Student - Practicum experience conducting ASD evaluations or supporting IEP development - Master of Social Work (MSW) Student - Focus on pediatrics, disability services, or family support for children with ASD - BCaBA (Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst) - Certified or in training - Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) - Advanced RBT or actively pursuing BCaBA certification Equivalent degrees, certifications, or supervised training in related developmental or behavioral fields will also be considered. * * * ## Preferred Qualifications - Experience in pediatric or early childhood settings - Familiarity with ABA principles - Strong documentation and reporting skills - Experience working with families of children with ASD - Ability to work independently with supervision as needed