Top 12 Direct support specialist Jobs in Santa Barbara, Ca

Child Development Specialist
Positive Development —Santa Barbara, CA
- $20 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Spanish
- Caregiving
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
Quick Apply
Full Time Behavior Support Specialist
Community Autism Services —Santa Barbara, CA
- $23 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - California
Headlight —California
- $90,000 - $111,080 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- LMFT
- Spanish
- Software troubleshooting
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Grow Therapy —California
- $70 - $98 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Psychology
- In-person
- Continuing education credits
- Professional development assistance
4d
Mental Health Professional (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, ACSW, AMFT, APCC)
Wellpath —Santa Barbara, CA
- $53.50 - $65.00 an hour
- Full-time
- LMFT
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
5d
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) - Teletherapy
Amwell Medical Group —California
- $70 an hour
- Choose your own hours
- Remote
- Background check
- LMFT
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Work from home
- Flexible schedule
Quick Apply
Resident Support Professional
Mental Wellness Center —Santa Barbara, CA
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Spanish
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Outlook
Safety Specialist
MERCY HOUSE —Santa Barbara, CA
- $24 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
Quick Apply
11d
Safety Specialist - Homeless Shelter
MERCY HOUSE —Santa Barbara, CA
- $21.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
Quick Apply
LGBTQ+ Specialist Therapist
University of California, Santa Barbara —Santa Barbara, CA
- $100,496.98 - $129,993.10 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- LMFT
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Mental Health Professional (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, APCC, ACSW, AMFT)
Wellpath —Santa Barbara, CA
- $53.50 - $65.00 an hour
- Full-time
- LMFT
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Health savings account

More jobs to discover

Find similar jobs that you might be interested in.

Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist
Olive Crest —Goleta, CA
Possess a bachelor’s degree in human services or a related field and experience working with the mental health population. A vision plan through VSP.
$26 - $27 an hour
Quick Apply
Behavior Support Specialist
Community Autism Services —Carpinteria, CA
Valid driver's license and punctual attendance. Advanced certifications or specialized training (e.g., RBT certification). No late nights or weekends required.
$23 - $28 an hour
Quick Apply

Show more similar jobs

Explore jobs in cities nearby

Check out jobs in cities near your current location, Columbus

Resident Support Specialist
REACH Behavioral Health —Columbus, OH
Assist with intake processes, assessments, and ongoing documentation using Microsoft Office tools for accurate data entry and record keeping.
$16 - $25 an hour
Quick Apply
Crisis Support Specialist- Evening Shift- BHP
Nationwide Children's Hospital —Columbus, OH
Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, social work, education, criminal justice, or related field, or equivalent experience, required.
From $24.50 an hour

Show more jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for direct support specialist in santa barbara, ca

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

direct support specialist jobs near santa barbara, ca

Licensed Professional Counselor jobs in California

Direct Support Professional jobs in Santa Barbara, CA

Licensed Clinical Social Worker jobs in Santa Barbara, CA

Behavioral Specialist jobs in Santa Barbara, CA

Child Development Specialist jobs in Santa Barbara, CA

Therapist jobs in Santa Barbara, CA

College Counselor jobs in Phoenix, AZ

Social Worker Non Licensed jobs in Cleveland, OH

Licensed Professional Counselor jobs in Laredo, TX

Substance Abuse Counselor jobs in San Francisco, CA

Licensed Professional Counselor jobs in Lexington, KY

Licensed Professional Counselor jobs in New Orleans, LA

Licensed Irrigator jobs in Texas

Licensed Professional Counselor jobs in Baltimore, MD

Direct Support Professional jobs in Inglewood, CA

Overnight Direct Support jobs in Minneapolis, MN

Direct Support Professional jobs in San Antonio, TX

Direct Support Professional jobs in Fredericksburg, VA

Direct Support Professional jobs in Mckinney, TX

Licensed Professional Counselor jobs in New Jersey

Child Development Specialist

Positive Development -
Santa Barbara, CA

Quick Apply

Job Details

Part-time
$20 - $30 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
Mileage reimbursement
Referral program

Qualifications

Driver's License
Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

Our Mission:

Make a real impact. Build real skills. Grow with us.

At Positive Development, we believe every child deserves the chance to grow, learn, and thrive and every burgeoning professional deserves meaningful work that builds real skills for the future.

We work one-on-one with autistic children, helping them build communication, social, and daily living skills through play-based, relationship-focused interactions.

Why This Role is Different:

This isn’t a passive “observe and assist” job. You’ll be actively coaching, connecting, and helping children grow; while gaining experience that’s highly relevant for careers in:

Psychology
Social Work
Occupational Therapy
Speech Language Pathology
Education and Special Education
Counseling
Medicine and Health

This work is deeply rewarding, but it requires patience, emotional maturity, and commitment. You’ll be supported every step of the way by experienced clinicians and supervisors who are invested in your growth.

We’re especially excited to meet candidates who are:

Passionate about working with children and teens
Curious about human development and learning
Patient, empathetic, and enthusiastic
Reliable and committed to a consistent schedule (kids depend on consistency!)
Comfortable working directly with families in home-based setting

Great fits include:
Education majors, psychology students, pre-meds, nursing students, OT/SLP hopefuls, behavior technicians, camp counselors, teacher’s assistants, childcare providers, direct support professionals, and caregivers.

What you'll do as a Child Development Specialist:

You'll work one-on-one with children in their homes and/or center based to:

Build communication, social, and daily living skills through play, conversation, and shared activities
Create meaningful connections that help children think, create, and engage with the world
Follow a relationship-based intervention model designed to achieve strong outcomes with fewer session hours
Track progress by documenting session notes and goal outcomes
Collaborate closely with clinicians and supervisors to build clinical skills and confidence
Learn how evidence-based developmental care works in real life, not just in textbooks

Pay and Schedules:

Direct Pay: $26–$30/hour (based on experience and education)
Training / Admin Pay: $20/hour

Part-time schedules:
- 3, 4, or 5 days per week M-F (most available hours are 3pm-8pm)
- Or Saturday and Sunday (most available hours are between 9a-3pm)
Paid drive time between clients + mileage reimbursement (IRS rate)

This role is ideal for students balancing classes, internships, or graduate school.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 1 year of volunteer or working experience with children required.

Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required
Valid driver’s license + reliable transportation (30–40 min drive radius).
Ability to complete physical tasks, including:
- Playing on the floor/ground for up to two-three hours per session
- Lifting/carrying up to 40 lbs
- Sitting, kneeling, crouching, or moving quickly to ensure child safety
Strong communication skills and professionalism with families and teammates

Training, growth, and career development:

We invest in you because strong clinicians start with strong support.

You don’t need to be an expert- we’ll train you.
Paid New Hire Training
Ongoing coaching and mentorship from expert clinicians
Opportunities for role progression, pay increases, and performance bonuses
Exposure to a cutting-edge model of autism care with measurable outcome

Benefits and Perks:

$1000 Referral Bonus
Monthly Technology Stipend
Paid drive time (Admin rate) + mileage reimbursement (IRS rate) between clients only
Paid training
Strong performers may request letters of recommendation for graduate or professional programs

Positive Development is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Employment is contingent upon clearing a background check and successful completion of training.

Quick Apply

Refine Your Search

direct support specialist jobs in santa barbara, ca

Child Development Specialist

Full Time Behavior Support Specialist

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - California

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

Mental Health Professional (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, ACSW, AMFT, APCC)

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) - Teletherapy

Resident Support Professional

Safety Specialist

Safety Specialist - Homeless Shelter

LGBTQ+ Specialist Therapist

Licensed Mental Health Professional (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, APCC, ACSW, AMFT)

More jobs to discover

Explore jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for direct support specialist in santa barbara, ca

Explore jobs in more locations

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected