Do you have experience as a DSP and enjoy helping others? This may be a great opportunity for you! A family located in the Macungie area is seeking a seasoned, Support Service Professional to provide 2:1 Enhanced Care Services for their son with Autism. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with a degree in psychology, education, or RBT. The family is seeking an energetic and compassionate Support Staff to provide 2:1 Enhanced in-home and community support services. The ideal candidate will be outgoing and have experience in working with Non-Verbal Individuals with Autism, implementing positive behavior approaches with redirecting aggressive behavior, and the ability to work collaboratively with another SSP. Knowledge of supporting people with nonverbal communication and experience with ACC communication devices is preferred, but not required. The candidate will assist the young man in promoting his independence, regulating his behaviors, and improving his communication skills.

Description of Duties:

• Assist with ADL’s as needed
• Ensure health and safety needs are met at home and in the community
• Provide transportation and support to participate in community events and attend activities
• Redirect challenging and aggressive behavior
• Communicate with guardian/surrogate on an ongoing basis
• Complete and document goals as defined in ISP; documentation is completed through the EVV system from the Support Staff’s cell phone

Qualification / Requirements: *candidate must meet one of the following:

• *Bachelor’s Degree In Psychology, Education, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, or Gerontology or Registered Behavior Technician, Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst, or NADD Certification in one of the following: NADD Competency Based Clinical Certification, Dual Diagnosis Certification
• Must have a valid PA driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Experience as DSP, SSP, Behavior Technician or Behavior Specialist experience preferred
• Experience working with Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Willing to Participate in Background Check
• Experience with following a behavior plan
• Must be dependable, and punctual

*requirements set by ODP, no exceptions can be made

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Mileage reimbursement

Schedule:

• Day shift

Experience:

• Applied behavior analysis: 2 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Macungie, PA (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Macungie, PA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person