As an adaptive skills trainer, you will provide 1:1 life skills training to individuals with developmental disabilities. From helping clients master their morning routine to building the social skills needed to make a new friend, the small wins we make possible are the difference between a life well lived and a life lived on the sidelines. Want to do work that actually changes lives?
Work hours are flexible. We pair each Specialist with consumers whose schedule match your availability.
Pay Rate: $36.00–$42.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time or Part-time
What You’ll Do
- Work 1:1 with clients to build practical, everyday habits and skills like morning routines, hygiene, and social interaction.
- Follow a specific growth plan designed for each client's unique needs.
- Log brief notes after each visit to track progress and milestones.
- Attend paid supervision meetings to get support and guidance from our leadership team.
Why Work With LLS?
- Work for a team that has spent years in the field doing this exact work.
- Get the actual support you need to do your best work.
- Benefit from organized systems that make scheduling and session notes simple.
- Complete a comprehensive paid onboarding to give you the skills needed from day one.
Required:
- Master’s degree in a Human Services field (Psychology, Education, Counseling, Social Work, Nursing, ABA, Rehab, or related).
- 1 year of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
- Ability to pass a Live Scan background check.
- CPR/First Aid certification (or we’ll help you get it).
- Ability to work independently and follow structured intervention plans.
Note: Candidates with bachelor’s degrees and experience with AST are encouraged to apply as well and are eligible for $25-$30/hr.
Preferred:
- Bilingual (English/Spanish highly preferred)
- Experience providing ILS, SLS, ABA, behavior intervention, or school-based support
FAQ
I work in AST/ABA. Can I bring my clients with me?
Yes. Continuity of care is important. Since families always have the right to choose their provider, our door is open if they follow you. We’ll handle the full transfer seamlessly so your care never skips a beat.
Work Location: Primarily in the consumer’s home and community in the San Fernando Valley.
Pay: $36.00 - $42.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid training
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What has interested you in becoming an Adaptive Skills Therapist with us?
Education:
Work Location: In person
