Autism Direct Support Professional - Therapy & Daily Living

Shema Kolainu-Hear Our Voices; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Shema Kolainu-Hear Our Voices seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist children with autism in daily living activities, behavioral supports, and therapy-related tasks. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to support independence and participation in school activities.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families and staff to implement IEPs and BIPs, ensuring smooth communication and progress tracking in a private nonprofit setting.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with autism or developmental disabilities.
• Ability to implement behavioral interventions and monitor progress.
• Familiarity with IEPs and BIPs is a plus.
• Strong communication with families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to students with autism, including daily living skills and therapy assistance.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement IEPs and BIPs.
• Communicate effectively with staff, families, and healthcare providers.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of student progress.

Skills

Daily Living Skills

Behavioral Supports

Therapy Assistance

Communication Skills

Job description

Shema Kolainu-Hear Our Voices seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist children with autism in daily living activities, behavioral supports, and therapy-related tasks. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to support independence and participation in school activities.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families and staff to implement IEPs and BIPs, ensuring smooth communication and progress tracking in a private nonprofit setting.