Technician -Autism Services (Union) 27-02

Sanilac County Community Mental Health Authority; Sandusky (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanilac County Community Mental Health Authority seeks a Technician to support Autism Services, assisting individuals in developing functional skills through training within classroom, workroom, or community settings.

Under supervision, the technician will help promote independence, coordinate transportation, administer medications when needed, and participate in cross-department activities to strengthen program outcomes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 1–3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent.
• Must obtain DCH Certification within three months of hire.
• One year working with individuals with ASD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide adequate supervision of program participants to ensure health and safety during activities, including transportation.
• Prepare training environments and schedules of presentations and activities.
• Assist in training and supporting staff and substitute staff in required duties.
• Complete data collection, monitoring reports and assessments per agency policies.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Medication administration

Transportation assistance

Education

High school diploma or GED

DCH Certification within 3 months

1 year ASD experience preferred

Job description

Job Description

• Supported employment program coordination.

Job Details

Description

Position:

Technician-Autism Services (Union)

Position code:

27.02

Position Location:

ABA

Current Work hours:

40HRS/WK

Compensation Range:

$17.64-$20.89/HR, Annual: $36,699.31-$43,448.98

Position Dates:

ASAP

Supervisor:

Clinical Supervisor

Date Position Posted:

9/4/2026

Internal Deadline:

9/10/2026

Requirements:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must obtain DCH Certification within three months of hire. One year working with individuals with ASD preferred.

Job Title:

Technician

Department:

Skill Building/Community Living Services/Autism Services/Children’s Services/MI Adult Services

Location:

Journey Skill Center, Creative Enterprises, Community or Autism Services, Children’s Services, MI Adult Services

Supervisor:

Clinical Supervisor/Program Supervisor

Shift:

Between 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; based upon agency needs, alternate days/hours may be required

Classification:

3 (Three)

Prepared Date:

3/2/12

Prepared By:

CCO

Review By HR:

12/01/2014, 12/01/2015, 12/01/2016, 12/01/2017, 12/1/2018, 12/02/2019, 10/15/2020, 10/06/2022, 12/28/2022, 9/1/2023, 6/4/2024, 12/3/2024, 6/12/2025

Revised By:

CCO

Revised Date:

03/02/12; 11/8/12, 02/21/2013, 04/30/2014, 02/17/2016, 04/03/2017, 01/25/2018, 04/03/2019, 12/20/2019, 11/17/2020, 5/11/2021, 10/06/2022, 9/1/2023, 12/29/2023

SUMMARY:

Staff in this position assists individuals in the development of functional skills through training, guidance, and practical community experience. Training may occur within a classroom, workroom or in the community. Staff provides training and assistance which encourages the individual to achieve greater integration into the general life of the community and to increase/promote independence in community and work environments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Include The Following

• Responsible for providing adequate assistance and supervision of program participants to assure their health and safety during program, volunteer, micro-enterprise and community activities; including transportation to and from these services.
• Prepares the training environment and sets up schedules of presentations and/or activities in accordance with all program schedules and individual’s needs.
• Develops, implements and maintains assigned group. Participate/Engages in, individual trainings that carry out the program mission, to fulfill the goals & objectives of the person’s Individual Plan of Service.
• Provides information for Person Centered Planning meetings, along with periodic reviews and amendments.
• Responsible for consulting with the Program and/or Clinical Supervisor, professional staff, peers and caregivers regarding problems specific to an individual receiving services.
• Provides assistance as needed for individuals to safely and effectively use public transportation.
• Is prepared to administer CPR, First Aid and approved physical intervention techniques when needed.
• Administers medication to individuals, when necessary, in accordance with agency guidelines and/or assists with prompting, observing and/or monitoring for those individuals who are able to self-medicate.
• Works with the Program/Clinical Supervisor in training and supporting other staff and substitute staff in required job duties.
• Completes data collection, monitoring reports and/or assessments; progress notes, incident reports, and other required documentation in accordance with agency policies and procedures and turns in, in a timely manner.
• Participants are responsible to participate in cross training among all departments, within the Technician Job Classification, which includes: Journey to Independence, Creative Enterprises, Community Living Supports, Care Management, and Autism Services.
• Transport individuals, materials and supplies as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Demonstrates understanding of and compliance with agency and program policies and procedures.
• Participates in committees and work teams as requested or assigned.

Technicians In The Following Programs Are Also Responsible For

Journey To Independence Center:

• Extensive travel, flexible work assignments & scheduling.
• Frequent and substantial personal hygiene care for individuals.
• Must learn to safely use mechanical lifting & M.O.V.E. equipment.
• May provide assistance to individuals that require other personal care methods of support as needed.
• Provide services that may require extensive assistance & support due to significant mental and physical challenges.
• Develop class plans, community resources, activities, and opportunities.

Creative Enterprises/Sanco

• Creates classroom lesson plans.
• Conducts ongoing quality control, inventory, tracking of supplies
• Additional training may include High-Lo operator, Servsafe.
• Performs pickup/deliveries for CE and Sanco (cars/parts/mail/etc) as backup.
• Has the capability of reading basic blueprints, using measuring equipment & documenting the data.
• Has the ability to see/focus for defects on small parts.
• Participates in time studies and inventory process as requested.
• Training individuals to effectively work in the paid work job training program.

Community Living Services

• Extensive travel, flexible work assignments & scheduling.
• Organizes and coordinates regular outings appropriate to individual goals.
• Assists individuals in developing self-sufficiency and independence and promoting integration into the community; this can include training in meal preparation, household tasks, activities of daily living, shopping, money management, socialization & relationship building, transportation and leisure choices.

Autism Services

• Assist ASD professional staff with implementation of Autism Services treatment plan behavioral goals related to positive skill development and development of age-appropriate social behaviors.
• Provide services in ASD therapeutically orientated activities and skills training programs.
• Conduct 1:1 ABA therapy which will include but not limited to life skills development, individual and group activities, and behavior modification skills.
• Oversee and conduct various activities such as didactic groups, life skills development and individual or team activities.
• Instruct and/or assist in self-care, grooming, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living to promote independence in all settings.
• Assist with training and education in age-appropriate developmental milestones.
• Follow IPOS guided by the ABA treatment plan to increase the individual’s abilities in area’s identified as concerns or deficits such as academics, self-care, social interactions, speech and language, gross and fine motor skills.
• Responsible for documenting performance, behavior, and treatment progress.
• Use approved Continuum of Intervention techniques in a safe and appropriate manner as needed.
• Implementing consistent ABA intervention, behavioral interventions, and training on age-appropriate developmental milestones.
• Attend trainings that will help enhance knowledge and skills in regard to working with children with ASD.
• Upon hire staff will be trained in all ABA and IPOS treatment plans within 90 days.
• This position is responsible for assisting staff and individuals in the SED (Serious Emotionally Disturbed)/ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) Children’s division of Community Mental Health. Staff will work with the ASD/BCBA identified staff to implement treatment plan goals and assist with development of age-appropriate social behaviors. Services are provided in the families’ home or community setting.