AUTISM SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL- Part time

Life's WORC; East Islip (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Life’s WORC in New York seeks a direct care professional to provide residential support for individuals with autism on a weekend shift (Saturday and Sunday, 8A-4P). The role includes implementing care plans, data collection, safety oversight, and daily living assistance.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 1 year of autism support experience, and a NY driver’s license. Training in AMAP and Life’s WORC Autism is provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year experience supporting people with Autism.
• Prior experience assisting persons with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid New York State Driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing protective oversight to individuals living in the residence.
• Implementation of Residential Habilitation Plans.
• Implement innovative Behavior Support Plans with effectiveness and efficiency ensuring that accurate data is being collected to measure each person’s progress.
• Provide assistance and instruction to each individual in basic activities of daily living.
• Provide training and support for each individual in accordance with the individual program plan.
• Provide assistance and instruction to each individual in basic activities of daily living which could include two person lift of individuals where necessary
• Successful completion of the AMAP course and annual recertification for administration purposes.
• Successful completion of the Life’s WORC Autism Training Workshop.
• Scheduling flexibility. May be required to work beyond the normal shift.
• Drive agency vans that are equipped with GPS monitoring systems and demonstrate safe driving practices. Ensure cleanliness of vehicles. Maintain vehicle logs.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment. Proper use and maintenance of household equipment and appliances.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $21 USD to $22.57 USD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

• The hours for this shift are 16 hours Saturday and Sunday 8A-4P

Requirements for this position are:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 1 year experience supporting people with Autism
• Prior experience assisting persons with developmental disabilities preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Valid New York State Driver’s license required

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide ongoing protective oversight to individuals living in the residence.
• Implementation of Residential Habilitation Plans.
• Implement innovative Behavior Support Plans with effectiveness and efficiency ensuring that accurate data is being collected to measure each person’s progress.
• Provide assistance and instruction to each individual in basic activities of daily living.
• Provide training and support for each individual in accordance with the individual program plan.
• Provide assistance and instruction to each individual in basic activities of daily living which could include two person lift of individuals where necessary
• Successful completion of the AMAP course and annual recertification for administration purposes.
• Successful completion of the Life’s WORC Autism Training Workshop.
• Scheduling flexibility. May be required to work beyond the normal shift.
• Drive agency vans that are equipped with GPS monitoring systems and demonstrate safe driving practices. Ensure cleanliness of vehicles. Maintain vehicle logs.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment. Proper use and maintenance of household equipment and appliances.

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