Autism-Focused Cognitive Rehab Therapist - Flexible Contract

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health; Sugartown (PA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Mission driven environment

Job summary

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is seeking a Cognitive Rehabilitation Therapist (CRT) as part of the CAAPP in the Malvern, PA area. This is an Independent Contractor (1099) role serving adults 21+ with autism and related developmental differences, focusing on community-based support and skill development.

You will work with adults transitioning from education, helping with communication, social skills, self-care, work readiness, and community employment, using evidence-based methods.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in communication disorders, counseling, education, psychology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, recreation therapy, social work, or special education.
• Autism Experience: 1 year (required)
• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
• Direct Support Professional: 1 year (Preferred)
• Job Coach: 1 year (Preferred)
• Autism Specialist: 1 year (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provide community-based support and skill development to young adults diagnosed with autism who are transitioning out of educational programs.
• Provide support to participants in communication, social skills, self-care, work readiness, vocational training, and community-based supportive employment.
• Use evidence-based instructional strategies to help participants achieve goals across home, community and work settings.
• Complete progress notes and data collection for each participant.
• Work with the Integration Specialist and Behavior Support Specialist, if applicable, to identify areas of strength and need.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in allied health fields

Job description

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is seeking a Cognitive Rehabilitation Therapist (CRT) as part of the CAAPP in the Malvern, PA area. This is an Independent Contractor (1099) role serving adults 21+ with autism and related developmental differences, focusing on community-based support and skill development.

You will work with adults transitioning from education, helping with communication, social skills, self-care, work readiness, and community employment, using evidence-based methods.