General Responsibilities: Our Therapeutic Summer Activities Program serves children and adolescents/young adults with a diagnosis of Autism in both the on-campus program setting and community settings. The therapeutic aide provides support to the lead clinician through implementing behavioral interventions, facilitating small group activities and maintaining accurate documentation of progress on treatment goals. The therapeutic aide is also considered an essential team member; they will participate in mandatory monthly trainings and supervision, facilitated by the lead clinicians and/or program supervisors. There is the opportunity for additional responsibilities depending on program need.
Standard Requirements:
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Supports the mission and values of Indian Creek Foundation
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Ability to work flexible hours as determined by program needs
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Satisfactory completion of post-offer pre-employment physical exam and drug test required
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Completion and clearance of criminal background check, child abuse clearance and FBI Clearance
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Valid driver’s license with a clear three-year driving record
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Demonstrates knowledge and implementation of CASSP principles
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Demonstrates knowledge and compliance with HIPAA standards
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Exhibits behavior as set forth by the Code of Conduct in the performance of their duties
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Ability to file Childline reports as mandated by the Child Protective Service Law. Complete required documentation for the Managed Care Company and agency
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Engages in professional demeanor as a representative of Indian Creek Foundation
Essential Duties:
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Works all authorized hours in accordance with group program schedule
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Proficient interpersonal skills
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Capacity to maintain composure, use critical-thinking skills, and compassionate and appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations
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Implement behavioral interventions set forth in each individual’s treatment plan
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Assist Lead Clinician with facilitation of small group activities with youth and young adults
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Collaborates with treatment team members in the development of goals and interventions

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Provides accurate, clear documentation on progress notes for each session
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Completes data collection at each session to assist in determining levels of progress
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Participates in mandatory training and supervision
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Maintains communication with treatment team to report obstacles, progress and/or concerns about treatment
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Monitors adequate staff to child ratio in program area
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Drives children/adolescents to and from community events after successful completion of the Indian Creek Foundation Behind the Wheel driving course
Job Location: Indian Creek Foundation Campus, Community Setting(s)
Equipment/machines used in the performance of this job
Must maintain skills necessary to safely and efficiently operate the following equipment and machines used in the performance of this job:
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Computer
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Printer
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Tablet
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Copier
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Scanner
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Fax
Various other equipment and supplies, as indicated
Receipt and Acknowledgment
I acknowledge and understand that:
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Receipt of the job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment, nor an employment contract of any kind.
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The job description provides a general summary of the position in which I am employed, that the contents of this job description are job requirements and, at this time, I know of no limitations which would prevent me from performing these functions. I further understand that it is my responsibility to inform my supervisor at any time that I am unable to perform these duties.
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Job duties, tasks, work hours and work requirements are subject to change.
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Acceptable job performance includes completion of the job responsibilities as well as compliance with the policies, procedures and regulations.
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I have read and understand job description.