Child Autism Aide in Lancaster

Your Next 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.

At CSD, we don’t just hire staff. We invite compassionate changemakers who believe every student deserves the support to succeed.

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.

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

About UsAt 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.

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 Consistent weekday schedule (no weekends)
School-year calendar with holidays aligned to district schedules

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, 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  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.

#LI-Onsite About UsAt 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…