DSP (Direct Support Professional)

A family located in the Scranton area is seeking a part-time transitioning to full-time seasoned, Support Service Professional to provide Enhanced Care Services for their adult son with Autism. This is an excellent part-time job opportunity for a professional with a degree in psychology, education, a RBT, or CNA with DSP. The family is seeking an, energetic and compassionate Support Staff to provide in home and community habilitation services. The ideal candidate will be outgoing, and have experience in working with Non-Verbal Individuals with Autism. Knowledge in following ABA Behavior Support Plans, Discrete Trail, and ACC communication devices is preferred. The candidate will assist the young man in promoting his independence, regulating his behaviors, and improving upon his communication skills. This is an ideal opportunity to make a difference in the life of an amazing young man and his family.

Description of Duties:

· Assist with ADL’s as needed

· Ensure health and safety needs are met at home and in the community

· Provide transportation to community events, activities , and rides

· Proficiency in ABA Behavior Support & Discrete Trial

· Promote and encourage the use of verbal language

· Communicate with guardian and 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 follow

· 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

· At least 2 years of DSP, SSP, Behavior Technician or Behavior Specialist experience

· At least 2 years of experience in working with Individuals with autism Spectrum Disorder

· Willing to Participate in Background Check

· Experience with Discrete Trial Instruction

· Must be dependable, and punctual

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: Up to $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Mileage reimbursement

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Morning shift

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Scranton, PA 18505 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Scranton, PA 18505: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30