Autism Coach (Lowell, MA)

Northeast Arc; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off and 12 holidays

403(b) retirement plan with company匹配

Mileage reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Northeast Arc is seeking an Autism Coach to work with individuals in the community, helping them set goals and find creative paths to achieve them. The GPS program funds positions through Massachusetts DDS contracts to prepare people for greater independence and life in the community.

The role involves one-on-one coaching in the Andover area supporting daily living goals. The position requires a bachelor's degree in human services or a related field, at least 1 year of relevant experience,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human services or related field required, master's preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year experience with individuals with disabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork abilities; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized supports to clients to foster inclusion and independence.
• Teach executive functioning skills and boundaries per the plan.
• Communicate progress, challenges, and goals with supervisor.
• Complete time sheets and incident reports accurately and on time.
• Use a personal vehicle to transport clients to activities when applicable.
• Provide mandated reporting per Massachusetts laws.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team-building

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services or related field

Master's degree in a relevant field (preferred)

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Location: Lowell, MA and surrounding areas
Schedule: Flexible, 2 to 6 hours per week based on client needs and availability
Target Pay: $25.00 - $45.00 hourly, based on education and experience
Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on multiple factors, including but not limited to, the individual's experience, education, and internal equity.

Job Summary
Northeast Arc's Autism Coaches help those with Autism Spectrum Disorder develop goals for their future and creative ways to achieve them. The Guided Personal Support (GPS) Program brings together a combination of SSQUAL contracts from the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS), focused on preparing individuals to acquire skills across different areas of their lives so they can live more independently and live their best life. As an Autism Coach in Andover, you will work one-on-one with individuals in the community, bringing Northeast Arc's mission of changing lives and discovering abilities to life, one goal at a time.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized supports to clients for the purpose of fostering community inclusion, community building, and independence
• Teach specific skills and behaviors, such as executive functioning skills and appropriate relational boundaries, in accordance with the goals, objectives, and strategies identified in the individual's plan
• Communicate with supervisor regularly regarding progress, challenges, and goals
• Complete and submit all necessary paperwork, including time sheets and incident reports, in a timely manner and in accordance with program and agency policies
• Use personal vehicle, when applicable, to transport the individual to goal-related community activities
• Provide mandated reporting consistent with Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 119, Sections 51A-51G

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human services or a related field required; Master's degree in a relevant field preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with an individual with disabilities
• Excellent and demonstrated interpersonal and team-building skills
• Comfort working in home or community-based environments
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
• Ability to stand for 80% of the day
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
• Must successfully complete and pass all required background checks as a condition of employment

Benefits & Perks

At Northeast Arc, we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being and growth. It's our goal as an employer to provide an enriching and supportive environment for our employees and their families.

With that goal in mind, we are proud to offer the following:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (for employees working an average of 30 hours per week)
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and 12 paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• Group Life Insurance
• Additional voluntary insurance options and discount programs
• 403(b) retirement plan with limited company match
• Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Hub
• Ongoing professional development (trainings, conferences, CEUs, and more)
• eAcademy online learning platform
• Mileage reimbursement (where applicable)
• Additional perks including employee discounts and more

About Us

Northeast Arc is a non-profit organization with the goal of ensuring that children and adults with disabilities are able to live, work, engage in civic life, and play in the community. Employment at Northeast Arc is more than just a job. We are a mission-driven agency committed to changing lives and discovering abilities. Whether it's the individuals we serve or our employees who support them, we know that each person has a unique set of skills and contributions to make.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Keywords: Autism Coach, Guided Personal Support, ASD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Community Support