Adaptive Skills Trainer Masters Degree Required

ASTLA, Inc; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

ASTLA, Inc. seeks an Adaptive Skills Trainer to provide in-home behavioral support and potty training interventions in Pasadena.

You will work one-on-one with clients, teaching daily living skills and using positive reinforcement to build independence and self-care habits. The role involves coordinating with families, tracking progress, and applying evidence-based behavior strategies to reduce challenging behaviors.

Qualifications

• At least 1–2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental delays, autism, or behavioral needs in a trainer capacity not behavioral.
• Masters Degree in a Human Services Field is required; CPR and First Aid certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Potty Training: Implement a structured, consistent toilet-training plan and track progress.
• Daily Living Skills: Teach hygiene, dressing, feeding, and grooming routines.
• Behavior Interventions: Apply approved strategies to reduce challenging behaviors and promote positive habits.
• Data Tracking: Write daily notes on progress and share updates with family or supervisors.
• Family Collaboration: Coordinate with parents/caregivers to ensure consistency across settings.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

One-on-one coaching

Positive reinforcement

Data documentation

Education

Masters Degree in Human Services

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a compassionate and qualified Adaptive Skills Trainer to provide in-home behavioral support and potty training interventions.

Job Overview

• ** Role:** Adaptive Skills Trainer
• ** Location:** In-home or Community Based in Pasadena
• ** Schedule:** 20-30 hours a week.
• An Adaptive Skills Trainer helps clients learn daily living skills. You will work one-on-one with the client. Your main goal is to build independence, confidence, and self-care habits using positive reinforcement.

Key Responsibilities

• ** Potty Training:** Implement a structured, consistent toilet‑training plan. Track progress and adjust steps as needed.
• ** Daily Living Skills:** Teach hygiene, dressing, feeding, and grooming routines.
• ** Behavior Interventions:** Use approved behavioral strategies to reduce challenging behaviors and encourage positive habits.
• ** Data Tracking:** Write daily notes on the client’s progress. Share updates with family members or supervisors.
• ** Family Collaboration:** Work closely with parents or caregivers to keep training consistent across all settings.

Qualifications and Skills

• ** Experience:** At least 1–2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental delays, autism, or behavioral needs in a trainer sort of capacity not behavioral.
• ** Specialized Skills:** Proven success with potty training and behavior intervention plans.
• ** Certifications:** Must possess a Masters Degree in a Human Services Field. CPR and First Aid certification ( can assist upon hire).
• ** Background Check:** Must pass a criminal background check and provide references.
• ** Personal Attributes:** Patient, reliable, energetic, and empathetic.

If you want, tell me:

• This is a position where you will train a whole family, not just an individual.
• This position will be hourly between 50-55 dollars per hour.