Autism Program Personal Care Coach (Mon–Fri)

Els for Autism; Florida; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization supporting autism in New York seeks a Personal Care Aide to assist individuals with autism spectrum disorder in various activities, including fitness and daily living skills. Applicants must have a high school diploma, BLS and CPR certifications, and experience as a caregiver. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse team of professionals focused on enhancing participant outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience in a caregiver role.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous direct support to program participants.
• Assist with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Document services delivered in accordance with policies.

Skills

Coaching

Modeling

Hands-on instructional support

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Purpose:

The Personal Care Aide (“PCA”) will work with other experienced staff in a team atmosphere to support individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related developmental disabilities to facilitate program and individual goals.

The PCA will need to be able to actively participate and assist participants during volunteer projects, physical activities and instructional classes, both on the campus and off-campus during outings across community-based settings.

Direct Support:

• Provide continuous direct support to program participants through coaching, modeling, and hands-on instructional support
• Assist program participants with all specific needs including activities of daily living, personal care, and hygiene as needed
• Document services delivered in accordance with Els for Autism Foundation® policies and procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of all program participants’ medical, physical, communication, and behavioral needs/concerns; monitoring as required
• Follow behavioral and safety program procedures to ensure safety
• Provide direct and continuous supervision of program participants during activities, instructional classes, lessons special guests, volunteer projects, transition times to and from locations, while crossing the street, loading, and unloading vehicles and mealtimes, and public restrooms.
• Communicate with participant parents, guardians, and/or caregivers under the direct guidance of the Adult Services Program Coordinator or Associate Director of Adult Services
• Report all concerns, accidents and or incidents; completing written reports as directed
• Help set up, maintain and breakdown program spaces, equipment and supplies to ensure a safe and organized environment

Professional Development & Professionalism

• Complete and receive a certificate in the professional crisis management (PCM) program
• Adhere to HIPAA standards while collecting, storing, and sharing electronic personal health information
• Complete training required/offered by Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) as a MedWaiver provider, and additional training, as assigned
• Must always be alert and aware to respond to participant needs.

Qualifications and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years’ experience working with children, youth, and/or adults with ASD or related developmental disabilities
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR certification
• Valid Florida Driver’s License and reliable transportation
• Interact with clients indoors or outside across campus and in the community
• Subject to frequent interruptions and changing priorities
• Must always be alert and aware to respond to participant needs.
• Work hours are Monday-Friday

Els for Autism is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Els for Autism is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace, where diversity is valued and all individuals, regardless of background, identity, or ability, are respected and provided equal opportunities for success. To learn more, please visit elsforautism.org.