ASD Support Specialist (Graduate-Level, NY State, NYC, NJ State, and CT ONLY)

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.

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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)

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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.

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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

• NY State, NYC, NJ State, and CT ONLY