Part-Time Independence Coach for Behavioral Support

Terrapin House, Inc.; Downingtown (Chester County); Remote; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Terrapin House, Inc. in Downingtown, PA invites a Part-Time Enhanced Support Professional to join a team supporting a vibrant young woman working toward greater independence, meaningful relationships, and community activity.

You’ll provide thoughtful behavioral support, help build everyday living skills, teach new abilities, and collaborate with her support team to create engaging experiences—including theater, music, coffee outings, volunteering, and social events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher in psychology, education, special education, counseling, social work, or a related field.
• NADD Competency-Based Certification in Dual Diagnosis IDD/MI.
• RBT certification current.
• Experience supporting individuals with Autism, OCD, developmental disabilities, or mental health/behavioral needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide thoughtful, positive behavioral support
• Help build independence and everyday living skills
• Teach, coach, and reinforce new skills
• Support successful community and social experiences
• Help develop creative strategies for everyday challenges
• Encourage participation in meaningful activities and relationships
• Work collaboratively with the individual and her support team
• Provide consistency, patience, and encouragement

Skills

Autism support

OCD

Developmental disabilities

Mental health/behavioral needs

Teaching

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Creativity

Patience

Reliability

Education

Psychology or Education related degree

Counseling or Social Work degree

NADD Certification

RBT Certification

Job description

Terrapin House, Inc. in Downingtown, PA invites a Part-Time Enhanced Support Professional to join a team supporting a vibrant young woman working toward greater independence, meaningful relationships, and community activity.

You’ll provide thoughtful behavioral support, help build everyday living skills, teach new abilities, and collaborate with her support team to create engaging experiences—including theater, music, coffee outings, volunteering, and social events.