Job detail
NOW HIRING Autism Support Specialist
United Home Care
#RBT#BCBA#De-escalation#Occupational Therapy#Crisis Management#Speech-Language Pathology#CPI#Special Education#Autism Support#BCaBA#PCM#Sensory Regulation
Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrs$35 - $45 / HOURPosted 1 day ago
Location
Chula Vista, California
Salary
$35 - $45 / HOUR
Quick overview
Provide 1-on-1 support for neurodivergent teens and young adults to build real-world independence in community and home settings. Implement autonomy-building systems and manage high-intensity behavioral crises with clinical precision.
Requirements summary
Requires 3+ years of experience with high-support autistic individuals and a current certification in crisis intervention. Preference is given to BCBAs, BCaBAs, Senior RBTs, or experts in OT, SLP, and Special Education.
professional certificateRelationship BuildingCrisis InterventionDe-escalationProfessional BoundariesIndependent Decision MakingCommunication SupportBehavioral ManagementSensory RegulationClinical PrecisionAutonomy Building
Job description
- We are building a high-performance independence program for neurodivergent teens and young adults (ages 13–22).
- We are currently in a selective Private Pilot Phase, initially supporting a small circle of friends and family.
- Our goal is to move the "classroom" into the real world—gyms, transit, and workplaces.
- We are seeking elite, grounded professionals who value relationship-building, sensory regulation, and the "Dignity of Risk" required for true real-world independence.
- This is NOT a traditional caregiving or "babysitting" role.
- You are a Transition Architect.
- You will work 1-on-1 in high-stakes community and home environments, providing a safety net of expert care while aggressively pushing the boundaries of what our clients can achieve.
- Because we operate in the community, you must be the "calm in the storm." We are specifically looking for specialists who have extensive experience with aggressive behaviors and high-intensity meltdowns, and who possess the tactical training to manage emergency situations with grace and clinical precision.
- What You’ll Do Support regulation, communication, and daily routines in home and community settings (errands, activities, appointments).
- Maintain a calm, dignity-first presence during periods of high anxiety or sensory overload.
- You must be comfortable and trained to navigate aggressive behavior independently.
- Implement "External Brain" systems (tech tools, visual supports, and habit-stacking) to build the individual’s autonomy.
- Work as a trusted partner with families and the Founder to refine our curriculum during this pilot phase.
- Operate with total discretion and independent decision-making in unpredictable public environments.
- Minimum 3+ years working with autistic teens or adults, specifically those with high-support needs regarding behavioral intensity.
- Current or recent certification in crisis intervention (e.g., CPI, QBS, Pro-ACT, or PCM).
- You must be "battle-tested" in de-escalation.
- Preference for BCBAs, BCaBAs, or Senior RBTs.
- We also welcome experts in OT, SLP, or Special Education who have significant experience in crisis management and sensory regulation.
- You must be exceptionally patient, reliable, and capable of maintaining professional boundaries while building deep, authentic relationships.
- We are hiring slowly and selectively.
- We want team members seeking a long-term career pathway into leadership, training, and profit-sharing.
- Compensation and Growth: $35–$45/hr starting rate to reflect the high level of expertise required.
- Opportunity to transition into Trainer or Program Manager positions as we scale from pilot to public.
- Referral bonuses and future profit-share potential for committed founding team members.
Benefits
- Referral Bonuses
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Profit-sharing Potential