Autism Support Specialist - Part-Time, Flexible Schedule

ServiceNet Inc.; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Flexible schedule

Job summary

ServiceNet is seeking compassionate, dedicated individuals to join our team as an Individual Support Specialist for Adult Autism Support Programs in Springfield, MA. This part-time position offers a per-diem schedule with days and hours varying, and mileage reimbursement is provided.

You will engage in recreational outings, assist in skill-building, and help individuals meet personal goals to become more independent and engaged with the community. Transportation in own vehicle is required.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Valid driver’s license and have own reliable vehicle available for all scheduled hours.
• High school diploma or GED
• 1 or more years of experience supporting individual with Autism in home or community.

Responsibilities

• Engage, assist, instruct, motivate and monitor individuals in social/recreational, skill building and family directed activities.
• Learn the individualized services of each person and participate in their routine implementation.
• Accompany individual to appointments, social functions, recreational activities and other planned events as requested by the supervisor, to include providing transportation.
• Complete related records as required and instructed by supervisor per standard format ensuring confidentiality and safe keeping of documents.
• Respond and relate to routine inquiries, visitors, the Individuals' family, friends and allied staff or professionals as outlined in program standards or by the program supervisor.
• Submit weekly or bi-weekly time sheets with summaries of activities in a timely manner.

Education

High school diploma or GED

1+ years of Autism support experience

Job description

ServiceNet is seeking compassionate, dedicated individuals to join our team as an Individual Support Specialist for Adult Autism Support Programs in Springfield, MA. This part-time position offers a per-diem schedule with days and hours varying, and mileage reimbursement is provided.

You will engage in recreational outings, assist in skill-building, and help individuals meet personal goals to become more independent and engaged with the community. Transportation in own vehicle is required.