Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
Ability to work with and respect persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities with co-occurring mental health diagnoses.
Ability to work varied and flexible schedules and to accept and adapt to changes in
assignments, methods, policies, etc.
Proficiency in applied behavior analysis, autism, developmental disabilities, and related disciplines pertinent to the assessment, treatment, and support of individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders and other disabilities, coupled with a capacity for continual learning in these areas.
Ability to plan, coordinate, and adapt a variety of habilitation program activities
to meet the specialized needs, abilities, and conditions of each program participant.
Ability to administer medications to individuals served in accordance with agency policies and procedures upon certification by the Missouri Department of Mental Health.
Ability to evaluate the progress of residents and the quality of a variety of habilitation programs.
Ability to accurately report, record observations, and supervise these activities.
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
Must be a licensed and insured driver with a vehicle available for work with ability to obtain and maintain a class E drivers license if operating an Arc vehicle.
Ability to establish and maintain professional, effective working relationships with program participants, subordinates, guardians, and other stakeholders.
Ability to work as a direct contact staff with individuals served, and to demonstrate mentorship and guidance to Direct Support Staff.
Ability to organize and efficiently organize and run a household and to complete all listed duties in a timely manner.
Ability to stand, stoop, lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs.
