Autistic Emotional Support Facilitator

Job Title:

Autistic Emotional Support Facilitator

Pay Range:

Based upon experience

Job Description:

School-Based Autistic Emotional Support Facilitator Position | Allentown, PA
Consistent School-Day Schedule | Support Students with Behavioral & Emotional Needs

Do you have experience supporting children with behavioral or emotional needs? Are you looking for a rewarding school-based role with a consistent schedule and meaningful impact? Nyman Associates is seeking compassionate Behavioral Support Facilitators to help students succeed academically, socially, and behaviorally within the school environment.

Whether you're experienced in behavioral support, exploring a career in education or psychology, or transitioning from another clinical or support setting, this could be the right fit for you.

Why Join Nyman Associates?

For more than 40 years, Nyman Associates has partnered with schools and early intervention programs throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, and Connecticut to provide high-quality educational and therapeutic services.

We offer:

• Flexible placement opportunities based on your interests, preferred age groups, and schedule
• Consistent school-day hours that support work-life balance
• Dedicated support from experienced Clinical Leads and Clinical Directors
• Ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities
• A collaborative and supportive school environment
• Opportunities for career growth within behavioral and educational support services

What You’ll Do

As a School-Based Autistic Emotional Support Facilitator, you will work closely with students, teachers, and school teams to support positive behavior, student engagement, and classroom success.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide one-on-one or small group behavioral support during classroom activities
• Implement behavior support and intervention plans
• Utilize de-escalation and positive behavior support strategies
• Collect behavioral and progress-monitoring data
• Promote a safe, structured, and positive learning environment
• Support students across classroom, lunch, recess, and transitional settings
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and multidisciplinary school teams
• Encourage student participation, independence, and social-emotional growth

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children or adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), emotional support needs, or developmental disabilities required
• Associate degree or college coursework in education, psychology, behavioral health, or related field preferred
• RBT certification preferred
• Strong communication, collaboration, and behavioral support skills
• Compassionate, patient, and team-oriented mindset

Benefits

• Employee (W2) position
• Sick Time
• 401(k)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Life insurance
• Referral bonuses

About Nyman Associates

Nyman Associates is a trusted educational services provider dedicated to helping students succeed through compassionate, high-quality educational and therapeutic support. Our team-centered culture ensures staff feel supported, connected, and empowered throughout their careers.

Join a team committed to helping students build confidence, independence, and long-term success.