Autism Project 1:1

About the role

Support Social Skills Groups for children and teens with autism. Groups are formed based upon age and abilities of participants. Brown University Health employees are expected to role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, and demonstrate the core Success Factors: Instill Trust and Value Differences, Patient and Community Focus, and Collaborate. The position is located at GHI-Johnston-1516 Atwood Avenue, 1516 Atwood Ave., Johnston, Rhode Island 02919.

Responsibilities

• Greet children and parents upon arrival at their group, take attendance for assigned groups.
• Assist Group Facilitator(s) in setting up activities and materials.
• Assist Group Facilitator(s) in conducting Social Skills Group activities.
• Complete clean-up following groups.
• Implement individualized treatment plans.
• Rate Treatment Support Assessments weekly.
• Attend trainings and staff meetings associated with Social Skills Groups.
• Oversee dismissal of participants to parents, caregivers and/or others on their Authorized to Pick Up List.

Requirements

• Flexible work schedule including some nights and weekends when groups are running.
• Knowledge of autism spectrum disorders and some experience supporting individuals with autism.
• Willingness to work as a team member in a rapidly expanding non‑profit agency.

Pay

$18.00‑$25.82 per hour

Schedule

Evenings 4:30‑8 PM and/or Saturdays 8 AM‑2 PM; variable daily hours, per diem as required.