Entry-Level Child Psychology Job in Orange County bei Center for Social Dynamics

Description

Our 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.

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

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, in the community — and help them grow through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Every day is about connection, compassion, and celebrating breakthroughs big and small.

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.

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

· 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

This role is for you if:

· 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–Thurs 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

Ready to Apply?

If you’ve been looking for a role where your work matters, where kids look forward to seeing you, and where your career path is clear — this is it.

Join us. Let’s light up lives together.

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.

We are currently seeking a Behavior Specialist to join our dynamic and growing team!

• Position starts at $20-$25 per hour based on experience  
• Career Compass – our exclusive employee program to give you clarity from day one! 
• Flexible schedule 
• Paid training 
• Growth & development opportunities 

What If Growth Wasn’t a Mystery? – Introducing CSD Career Rewards!

About Us

At Center for Social Dynamics (CSD), we believe that every child deserves a chance to shine. We're a passionate team on a mission to open up a world of possibilities for individuals with autism and other developmental needs—through science, compassion, and a whole lot of heart. 

From our very first session to each milestone we celebrate, we bring the power of play, connection, and evidence-based care to every moment. With services that are as unique as the individuals we support, we meet kids where they are—at home, in schools, and in communities—and guide them on a path toward growth. 

We live our TRUE values—Transparency, Respect, Understanding, and Excellence—in everything we do. As a fast-growing leader in the field, we're known for our vibrant culture, hands-on training, and career pathways that help you grow just as much as those we serve. 

At CSD, we don’t just change lives—we light them up. 

About the Opportunity

As a Behavior Specialist at CSD, you’ll play a key role in supporting children with autism. Using strategies backed by science (called Applied Behavior Analysis, or ABA), you’ll help kids build important life skills—like communication, social interaction, and daily routines—in their homes, at our centers, or in community settings. 

You’ll follow a personalized plan created by our clinical team and bring energy, compassion, and structure to each session. Whether you're playing games, guiding through tasks, or celebrating a small win, your support helps children grow in big ways. 

This is a flexible, on-the-go role perfect for someone who’s passionate about making a difference and thrives in dynamic environments. Training is provided, and you'll always have support from our experienced clinical leaders. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conducts 100% of scheduled sessions, unless time-off has been granted or the parents of the client have communicated to the clinical team that they would not like for the hours to be provided. 
• Primarily responsible for conducting subbing sessions for other clients to sustain the productivity margin if a session is cancelled by the family. Subbing sessions will fall on Saturdays and within the employee’s availability.
• Additional hours or sessions may be assigned by the Regional leadership within employee’s availability.
• Implements individualized treatment goals and Behavioral Intervention Plans in response to the direction provided by the Clinical Director and Senior Clinical Leader/Clinical Leader and/or other clinical staff in order to improve the behavior and skill acquisition of clients diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Travels to Center, Home, and other community settings to deliver services.
• Subbing sessions will primarily take place in the regional centers
• Renders completed sessions daily and writes thorough notes
• Communicates schedule changes and cancellations to clinical team immediately.
• Participates in regular meetings and promptly communicates with Clinical Leaders/Clinical Directors via email and phone, regarding Treatment Plans and Behavioral Intervention Plans, family concerns and questions.
• Fulfills the timely completion of necessary clinical documentation and communication of:
• Daily Treatment Session Notes
• Daily Treatment Target Data
• Daily (If applicable) Behavior Data.
• Keeps updated with other site-related documents and current clinical reports for each child served.
• Remains current regarding new research, current trends and developments in special education and related fields.
• Attends staff meetings, in-services, trainings, and other meetings as requested.
• Additional job duties as assigned

Benefits & Perks

Starting as a part-time opportunity, you will have an opportunity to grow your career in this purpose-filled industry where you can see results every day. Benefits include:

• Competitive, market pay based on experience, location, and skills 
• Bonus eligibility
• Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement
• CSD issued cell phone
• Free college or tuition reimbursement through our Dreams Come True program

About Our TRUE Values

• Transparency in the work that we do and the actions we take to achieve our mission. There are no hidden agendas or motives at Center for Social Dynamics. Each family’s unique cultures, values, and generational dynamics.
• Respect for all and the value that everyone brings towards accomplishing our mission. No one at CSD is worth more or less, and together we are greater than the sum of our parts.
• Understanding through tolerance, cooperation, and empathy in the pursuit of our mission. We never lose sight of who we are, the people we serve, and our purpose and meaning.
• Excellence in our drive, passion, and commitment to our mission. CSD will always do what it takes to deliver the best, leave no one behind, and champion our cause.

Requirements

About You

Requirements & Qualifications

• You enjoy working with children and making a difference!
• H.S. Diploma or GED
• Flexible availability - high demand for time Monday through Thursday from 3-8 pm and Saturday
• Complete new hire training conducted online and in person. 
• Proof of vaccinations (MMR, Varicella, and COVID – California mandated) 
• Reliable transportation required 
• Sensitive to working with an ethnically, linguistically, culturally and economically diverse population.
• Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. 
• Able to consistently demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Able to exercise confidentiality and discretion pertaining to the work environment.
• Able to appropriately interpret and implement policies, procedures and regulations.
• Knowledgeable and skilled in computer/word processing software.

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 
• Sitting and maintaining close visual attention to write reports and perform computer work (15%).
• Occasional lifting, carrying, and loading/unloading of toys and materials used in home visits (10%).

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.

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