What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Skills coach position at Skills Coach for a man with Autism?
Support Person Needed for Man with Autism
We are looking for a support person to work with an awesome man with autism. We are specifically looking for 2-3 awake overnights with possible back-up day support. Do you like movies, music, walks, hiking then this is a job for you. We hope to find an experienced, patient, calm, and caring person who will be able to make a commitment to this position. An Instructional Living Skills Coach is responsible for providing direct instruction, individualized coaching and willing to take direction from a self-determined man as well as from his family members. You will receive training and guidance from various experienced professionals. You must be willing to work as a team to provide consistency with other support staff.
Assist him to become a known and valued member of his local community. Work together with a team of staff to assist him to meet his individual goals. Work with him to develop and participate in meaningful activities in and outside his home.
You will be driving him to various places and scheduled activities throughout Los Angeles area out to lunch or dinner sometimes. You may assist him to prepare his meals on some evenings. You may also drive him to social activities with family and friends, such as the movies and restaurants. This position requires driving, and light housekeeping (loading dishwasher, keeping the house neat, grocery shopping, taking walks, finding and enjoying community events).
There are shifts available including weekdays, evenings, overnights and weekends.
Qualifications:
· Experience working with people with autism or other developmental disabilities
· Eagerness to be directed by a person with autism and trained by and collaborate with others
· Willingness to let him build his independence
· Excellent references and work habits
· Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record
· Legal working status in the U.S.
· Fluency in English
· Ability to pass a criminal background check
· Be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19
As an employee, you will be:
· treated with respect and dignity and welcomed as part of the family
· provided with ongoing training
· given one of the most rewarding job experiences of your life!
To make the interviewing process easier, please apply only if you are a serious candidate and meet all of the qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $25