Technician -Autism Services (Union) 26-55

About the role

Staff in this position assists individuals in the development of functional skills through training, guidance, and practical community experience. Training may occur within a classroom, workroom or in the community. Staff provides training and assistance which encourages the individual to achieve greater integration into the general life of the community and to increase/promote independence in community and work environments.

Responsibilities

• Provides adequate assistance and supervision of program participants to assure their health and safety during program, volunteer, micro-enterprise and community activities; including transportation to and from these services.
• Prepares the training environment and sets up schedules of presentations and/or activities in accordance with all program schedules and individual’s needs.
• Develops, implements and maintains assigned group.
• Participates/Engages in, individual trainings that carry out the program mission, to fulfill the goals & objectives of the person’s Individual Plan of Service.
• Provides information for Person Centered Planning meetings, along with periodic reviews and amendments.
• Consults with the Program and/or Clinical Supervisor, professional staff, peers and caregivers regarding problems specific to an individual receiving services.
• Administers CPR, First Aid and approved physical intervention techniques when needed.
• Administers medication to individuals, when necessary, in accordance with agency guidelines and/or assists with prompting, observing and/or monitoring for those individuals who are able to self-medicate.
• Works with the Program/Clinical Supervisor in training and supporting other staff and substitute staff in required job duties.
• Completes data collection, monitoring reports and/or assessments; progress notes, incident reports, and other required documentation in accordance with agency policies and procedures and turns in, in a timely manner.
• Extensive travel, flexible work assignments & scheduling.
• Frequent and substantial personal hygiene care for individuals.
• Safely use mechanical lifting & M.O.V.E. equipment.
• Provide services that may require extensive assistance & support due to significant mental and physical challenges.
• Develop class plans, community resources, activities, and opportunities.
• Organizes and coordinates regular outings appropriate to individual goals.
• Assists individuals in developing self-sufficiency and independence and promoting integration into the community; this can include training in meal preparation, household tasks, activities of daily living, shopping, money management, socialization & relationship building, transportation and leisure choices.
• Avoids and resolves conflicts in a calm, professional manner.
• Assist with training and education in age-appropriate developmental milestones.
• Follow IPOS guided by the ABA treatment plan to increase the individual’s abilities in area’s identified as concerns or deficits such as academics, self-care, social interactions, speech and language, gross and fine motor skills.
• Document performance, behavior, and treatment progress.
• Implementing consistent ABA intervention, behavioral interventions, and training on age-appropriate developmental milestones.
• Attend trainings that will help enhance knowledge and skills in regard to working with children with ASD.
• Upon hire staff will be trained in all ABA and IPOS treatment plans within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Michigan Driver’s License.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Knowledge of autism spectrum disorders and ability to implement evidence-based practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals, families, and colleagues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and maintain composure.
• Ability to lift and move individuals as needed.
• Ability to complete data entry and record keeping.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of autism spectrum disorders and ability to implement evidence-based practices.
• Ability to lift and move individuals as needed.
• Ability to complete data entry and record keeping.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and more.

Pay

$17.13/HR-$20.28/HR; Annual: $35,630.40-$42,183.48

Schedule

Between 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; based upon agency needs, alternate days/hours may be required.