Part-Time Direct Support Partner– Autism and Nonverbal Support
Schedule: 5 days per week, approximately 2 hours every day
We are seeking a compassionate, patient, dependable Direct Support Partner to support a nonverbal individual with autism. The ideal candidate will have experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and autism, along with basic sign language and Spanish communication skills.
Responsibilities:
-Support the participant with day-to-day independent living skills
-Teach and use basic sign language and other communication strategies to promote effective communication
-Use supportive behavior-management strategies such as positive reinforcement, prompting, fading, and redirection techniques
-Observe, understand, and respond appropriately to behaviors while providing patient person-centered support
-Collect data, document progress, and provide updates to the family on behavior and goals
-Foster independence, safety, and meaningful engagement in daily routines
Qualifications
-Experience supporting individuals with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, or nonverbal individuals.
-Have an understanding of nonverbal individuals, people with intellectual disabilities and autism
-Basic Spanish skills to communicate with family members
-Knowledge of basic sign language (ASL)
-Patient, dependable, and compassionate with strong communication skills
-Ability to maintain accurate documentation and progress notes
-Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to connect compassionately with clients of all ages
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
Work Location: In person
