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ASD Support Specialist at Mercor
posted 7 months agoASD Support Specialist | $25/hr | Remote
We are seeking graduate-level trainees or early-career professionals with direct, hands-on experience supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This role is ideal for those currently enrolled in or having completed a relevant graduate program or professional certification in a behavioral, developmental, or therapeutic field.
Key Responsibilities
- Support children or adolescents with ASD in structured clinical, educational, or home-based settings
- Assist in implementing individualized plans such as IEPs, therapy plans, and behavior intervention plans
- Document observations and provide structured, actionable feedback
- Apply evidence-based strategies for ASD intervention
- Collaborate with supervisors, therapists, and multidisciplinary teams
- Provide families with guidance and structured communication as applicable
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:
- Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Graduate Student — Master's student with hands-on ASD clinical experience
- Occupational Therapy (OT) Graduate Student — Pediatric fieldwork with an autism-focused caseload
- School Psychology Graduate Student — Practicum experience with ASD evaluations or IEP development
- Master of Social Work (MSW) Student — Focus on pediatrics, disability services, or family support
- BCaBA (Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst) — Certified or currently in training
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) — Advanced RBT or actively pursuing BCaBA certification
Equivalent degrees, certifications, or supervised training in related fields will also be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in pediatric or early childhood settings
- Familiarity with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles
- Strong documentation and reporting skills
- Experience working with families of children with ASD
- Ability to work independently with supervision as needed
How to apply for this role
- Upload your resume — keep it up-to-date and in English. Mercor will auto-fill your profile from it.
- Complete the AI interview — a 15-minute conversation about your experience. Be ready to discuss specific projects and challenges you've solved.
- Submit your application — only about 20% of applicants finish all the steps, so completing yours puts you well ahead.