Program Coordinator for Autistic Adults

Autism Society Of Nc; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Professional development

HSA & FSA options

401(k) with matching

Disability & life insurance

Job summary

The Autism Society of North Carolina is hiring a full-time Program Coordinator to teach, support, and plan activities for young adults with autism and Asperger's syndrome in the community and within the program center. The role focuses on informal teaching around adulting topics and fostering self-confidence through engaging activities.

Evening and weekend availability is required. Based in Raleigh, NC, you will work with a mission-driven team to provide meaningful learning experiences,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in developmental disabilities, education, physical fitness, or a related field preferred but not required.
• Experience supporting teens and/or adults with autism.
• Valid driver's license, safe driving record, and required auto liability insurance.
• Based in or near Raleigh and comfortable traveling locally.
• Comfortable presenting, teaching, and engaging groups of program members.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative, outgoing leader and mentor who helps others feel supported and included.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as program needs arise.
• Therapeutic Recreation certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Organize and facilitate a variety of educational, social, and recreational group activities for program members with a strong emphasis on health, wellness, and physical exercise.
• Help develop and provide group and individual support and teaching in a variety of community-based activities.
• Provide opportunities for each member of program to shine and develop self-confidence and improve their positive outlook and motivation to continue moving forward through increased exposure to and involvement in a variety of community and in-house activities.
• Assist Director in planning and facilitating educational groups; Utilize tools and resources including visual supports, video clips of a variety of social situations, modeling and role playing to teach skills.
• Work to meet the personal outcomes of individuals and keep appropriate documentation as instructed. Maintain confidentiality of all members. Ensure that services and policies comply with all regulations and requirements.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Therapeutic Recreation certification

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: TRIANGLE OFFICE - Services IGNITE SE Evolve - Raleigh, NC 27607Position Type: Professional PositionsSalary Range: $42,000.00 - $45,000.00 SalaryJob Category: Health CareMake a Difference Everyday- Join Us as a Program Coordinator!

The Autism Society of North Carolina is hiring a full-time Program Coordinator to teach, support, and plan activities for young adults with autism and Asperger's syndrome in the community and within the program center. The Program Coordinator provides informal teaching in a group setting around "adulting" related topics. If you're driven to help others thrive and want to be part of a supportive and mission-focused team, then this is the role for you!

Schedule: Weekday evenings and occasional weekends as needed. Location: Raleigh, NC

What You’ll Do

• Organize and facilitate a variety of educational, social, and recreational group activities for program members with a strong emphasis on health, wellness, and physical exercise.
• Help develop and provide group and individual support and teaching in a variety of community-based activities.
• Provide opportunities for each member of program to shine and develop self-confidence and improve their positive outlook and motivation to continue moving forward through increased exposure to and involvement in a variety of community and in-house activities.
• Assist Director in planning and facilitating educational groups; Utilize tools and resources including visual supports, video clips of a variety of social situations, modeling and role playing to teach skills.
• Work to meet the personal outcomes of individuals and keep appropriate documentation as instructed. Maintain confidentiality of all members. Ensure that services and policies comply with all regulations and requirements.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in developmental disabilities, education, physical fitness, or a related field preferred but not required.
• Experience supporting teens and/or adults with autism.
• Valid driver's license, safe driving record, and required auto liability insurance.
• Based in or near Raleigh and comfortable traveling locally.
• Comfortable presenting, teaching, and engaging groups of program members.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative, outgoing leader and mentor who helps others feel supported and included.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as program needs arise.
• Therapeutic Recreation certification preferred but not required.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Mission-driven work with the opportunity to make a positive impact for individuals with autism and their families across North Carolina.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off, including sick time, vacation time, wellness days, and paid holidays.
• Mileage reimbursement for approved work-related travel.
• Training, professional development, and growth opportunities.
• Supportive culture that values collaboration, inclusion, and work-life balance.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
• 401(k) with matching after meeting eligibility requirements.
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and other elective benefits.