Direct Support Specialist - Flexible Part-Time Autism

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Somerset (Somerset County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Direct Deposit

Competitive Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking a part-time hourly role providing direct face-to-face service to adults with developmental disabilities throughout Somerset County.

The position delivers in-home and community-based supports to help individuals gain and maintain self-help, domestic, social, and adaptive skills.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with at least six months of autism experience; reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license are also needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; at least 6 months experience with autism.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct face-to-face services in home and community to support self-help, domestic, socialization and adaptive skills.
• Travel within Somerset County to participants' homes and community settings.

Skills

Face-to-face service

Reliable transportation

Valid driver’s license

Auto insurance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking a part-time hourly role providing direct face-to-face service to adults with developmental disabilities throughout Somerset County.

The position delivers in-home and community-based supports to help individuals gain and maintain self-help, domestic, social, and adaptive skills.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with at least six months of autism experience; reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license are also needed.