Skills Trainer

About the role

A dedicated team of professionals with a 40-year history of serving people with mental illness, developmental disabilities, brain injury, and autism in the community.

Responsibilities

• Implement, model and monitor progress of behavior support plan and/or skill acquisition plans under the supervision and direction of the Family Navigator
• Collaborate with collateral team members when needed
• Provide direct instruction to children on the Autism Spectrum when utilizing Skills Training Services
• Comply with DESE, DDS, Edinburg Center and Children's Services policies and procedures
• Submit administrative/electronic health records paperwork accurately and on time (Evolv progress notes, ADP, Bill Checks, monthly mileage, etc.)
• Maintain service productivity standards by meeting caseload allocations as identified by supervisors
• Maintain all required documentation for self and collateral contacts in all client records
• Complete other tasks as assigned by a supervisor

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree strongly preferred, or equivalent related work experience
• Experience/Training in Positive Behavioral Support Interventions
• Positive verbal/written reference responses as received from professional or personal contacts
• Successfully meet all pre-employment screening requirements including a Criminal Records Inquiry (CORI) and National Background Inquiry
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and meet The Edinburg Center’s “Safe Driving” standards
• Minimum of 18 years of age
• Previous experience/exposure to working with individuals between the ages of 6-22
• Proficient computing skills
• Excellent written and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work collaboratively within a team setting, or independently with little supervision