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Mobility & Community Support Specialist
Want a job where you can make a real difference?
Join New Horizons in Autism, Inc. (NHIA)!
NHIA is a nonprofit organization serving adults with autism throughout Bergen, Monmouth, and Ocean Counties. We are looking for reliable, compassionate, and confident Mobility & Community Support Specialist to join our team.
Driving Is a Major Part of This Job
You MUST be comfortable driving and have a valid NJ Driver’s License. Staff regularly transport individuals to community activities, appointments, employment opportunities, and other program destinations.
This Is a High-Support Position
You will support individuals with highly intensive behaviors and complex needs. Experience with Individual Support Plans (ISP), Behavior Support Plans (BSP), Level 3 Support Plans, behavioral interventions, and crisis/de-escalation strategies are strongly preferred.
You must be able to remain calm under pressure, follow individualized plans, document accurately, and work closely with clinical and supervisory teams.
Responsibilities Include:
- Direct care, supervision, and behavioral support
- Implementing ISP, BSP, and Level 3 Support Plans
- Supporting individuals with highly intensive behaviors
- Transportation and community participation
- Personal care and medication support
- Life skills, employment, and recreational activities
- Documentation and data collection
- Following safety procedures and individualized programming
Schedule:
Monday–Friday | 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Starting Pay:
$28.00/hour, $30.00/hour after 90-day competencies
Full-Time Benefits Include:
- Paid training
- Paid Time Off Sick time
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Tenure Bonus
- FREE RBT Certification Program
- Medical, Dental, & Vision
- FSA
- 401(k) with match
- Tuition discounts
- Advancement opportunities
- Possible overtime
- Potential eligibility for Public Service Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED or higher
- 20 years old
- Valid NJ Driver’s License
- Willing and able to drive regularly
- Ability to work with individuals with autism and intensive behavioral needs
- Must successfully pass required DMV, Central Registry, CARI, fingerprint, drug screen, physical, and PPD checks
Paid Training Provided!
Two weeks of hybrid & hands-on training are provided.
If you're dependable, comfortable driving, and ready to work with individuals who have intensive behavioral needs—we want you on our team!
APPLY TODAY & JOIN NHIA!
Salary : $28 - $30