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• Support participants in meeting goals from their Individualized Support Plans (ISPs), Behavior Management Guidelines (BMGs), and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
• Ensure participant safety and supervision at all times
• Encourage and model appropriate social and communication skills
• Provide job coaching and support at volunteer and community worksites
• Collect data and maintain clear documentation
• Be a positive, proactive member of a supportive team

• High school diploma required; Bachelor's in education, psychology, behavior analysis, or related field preferred
• 1-2 years' experience in autism services, education, or human services preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license required
• Must successfully pass background check (CORI, fingerprinting, references)
• Physically able to engage in active support, including running, lifting, or implementing behavior interventions when needed

• Health & Dental Insurance - starting day one
• 403(b) with 50% employer match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement & 20% off Regis College graduate programs
• Short-term & Long-term Disability, Life Insurance
• Ongoing Professional Development
• Supportive culture & mission-driven work

Description

Hourly Pay Range: $20.00-$21.87

Shift: Part Time, Flexible

Provides 1:1 instruction to program participants. Instructional sessions will be conducted at local libraries, community-based organizations, or in the home. The program is tailored to address needs and interests of the program participants.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES• Staff will serve as a link between school/community and the individual to assist the individual to make academic gains, improve the individual’s quality of life through skill development within various academic areas through 1:1 instruction.• Staff will work with individuals in identifying needs or gaps in executive functioning skills which are inhibiting success at school and or in the community (planning, task initiation, time management, organization, self-management etc.) • The staff will provide additional support to help the individual follow through on educational/social/emotional goals to improve overall knowledge and quality of life for the individual. • Must maintain work with at least two individuals. • Must maintain caseload upon hire/changes to caseload must be approved by supervisor.• May be required to drive to any location in Erie or Niagara County.• Ensure program integrity by implementing program as specified. • Complete and return all required paperwork in a timely fashion on an electronic health record.• Attend scheduled staff meetings to further enhance instructional sessions.• Maintain good communication with supervisor (notify director of any challenges, questions, or situations that affect the skill development process).• Complies with all agency policies and procedures.• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS• Associate’s Degree in Education or related field. • Prior tutoring/teaching experience preferred

Why People Inc?

When you join the People Inc. team, you can make a difference in the lives of people receiving services while also receiving outstanding benefits (generous PTO, PTO buyback, affordable insurances, tuition reimbursement, career mentoring, shift incentives and more), consistent schedules and the opportunity to help others move closer to their life goals and dreams. People Inc. is the regions most experienced provider of programs for people with developmental disabilities and other special needs. We understand that working one-on-one with people who have disabilities and helping them in all aspects of daily life takes someone who’s dedicated, caring and compassionate – that’s how we treat our employees.

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SKILLS TRAINER

Who You Are:

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. Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and must meet The Edinburg Center’s “Safe Driving” standards. Must be a 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

What You Will Do:

• 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

Who We Are:

A dedicated team of professionals who have chosen to join an organization with a forty year history of serving people with mental illness, developmental disabilities, brain injury and autism in the community. When we’re not at work, we love to hike, bike, craft, read, shop and sing opera, among many other things! Our staff of 350 have range of interests and skills and we know you do too! We know that The Edinburg Center will mean as much to you as it does to us!

At work, we are psychiatrists, social workers, clinicians, nurses, behavior specialists, peer specialists, board certified behavior analysts, direct service staff and employment specialists.

What We Offer:

We offer an excellent benefits package for both full and part-time staff, including; health and dental (must work a minimum of 30 hours) vision, life, short and long term disability insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Paid time off benefits include vacation, personal, sick and holidays. To support ongoing professional development, we offer tuition reimbursement, conference, seminar, certification and specialized training funding, as well as free clinical supervision for licensure.

We think the best benefit we offer is the chance to learn from each other and we hope you will be willing to teach us as well.

Be YOU!  We are committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive, and diverse environment for our employees and the people we serve. Persons from diverse backgrounds including women, communities of color, the LGBTQ community and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Edinburg Center, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

Candidates who bring the strength of diversity are encouraged to apply.

• Deliver 1:1 supports with significant consideration to sensory sensitivities
• Facilitate productive play activities to teach and reinforce skills development
• Teaching and supporting individuals both in the home and in the community with ADLs and IADLs (examples include but are not limited to: transportation, using technology, money management, hygiene tasks, and laundry)
• Serve as an advocate for individuals and families at various community levels
• Support individuals and families to participate in social and recreational activities that encourage networking, formation of natural supports and peer support.
• Coordinate and work collaboratively with other service providers and family as needed to implement treatment planning objectives
• Job must be conducted at all times in a way that respects the rights, privacy and the dignity of the client and adheres to all contractual regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• A high School Diploma or HiSet is required
• At least 1 year experience in ABA field strongly preferred
• BCBA or ABA certification highly preferred
• Knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) preferred
• Familiarity with concepts related to neurodiversity preferred
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment with community based human service professionals and staff.
• Flexibility to meet schedule needs of individuals and families
• Valid Driver's license and proof of automobile insurance is required to transport clients throughout the community.

• Provide direct support to participants in ADLs and iADLs, including but not limited to:

• Navigating public transportation and community navigation

• Grocery shopping and meal preparation

• Medication management

• Scheduling and attending appointments

• Managing finances and budgeting

• Maintaining personal hygiene and household upkeep

• Collaborate with the ITBC team to develop individualized care plans and goals for each participant

• Offer guidance and coaching to participants, helping them develop skills that promote autonomy and confidence

• Empower participants to define what thriving looks like for them and work toward those goals

• Monitor and document participant progress, updating service plans as needed

• Facilitate access to community resources and services that support participants in achieving their goals

• Provide consistent support for program operations, including de-escalation and participant engagement

• Offer milieu support, modeling person-centered social interactions with participants

• Engage in regular communication with team members, participants, and their support networks to ensure consistency and continuity of care

• Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and trainings to maintain a high standard of care and professional development

• Maintain a base understanding of available community resources

• Develop individual service plans in partnership with the participant and members of the treatment team, which includes measurable objectives

• Facilitate skills training groups

• Transport participants to necessary appointments as indicated

• Model assertive engagement strategies and advise staff on personalized approaches for participants.

• Ensure clinical charts are complete and in compliance with federal, state and county rules, including service plans and LSI/LOCUS

• Meet productivity and engagement expectations to ensure participants are being seen adequately.

• Complete documentation within 72 hours of services being rendered through EHR (or sooner if crisis risk indicates need for same day completion).

• Complete supportive documentation in timeframes indicated by OARs

• Utilize feedback-informed treatment tools and review regularly

• Participate in one-on-one supervision regularly to review interventions, documentation, and professional goal setting

• Engage in both structured and ad hoc consultation within the team

• Attend and positively participate in required meetings, including team meetings and care coordination meetings with LMPs to support collaboration and efficiency

• Adhere to any applicable ethics codes and New Narratives' mission and values

• Follow all New Narrative policies, procedures, and protocols

• Adhere to regular work schedule as set by direct supervisor

• Follow through on all directives and instructions

• Maintain current Oregon Drivers' License

• Maintain CPR and First Aid Certificate

• Demonstrate effective organizational and time management skills

• Pursue ongoing development of skills and competencies as required by individuals licensing bodies and as required to maintain competency in the role

• All other duties as assigned

• Communication: Direct and concise. Keeps people informed. Listens effectively to others

• Teamwork: Effective at working in team situations

• Initiative/Results Orientation: Originates action. Finds ways to get things done

• Quality: Promotes continuous improvement. Effectively utilizes data

• Individual Responsiveness: Responds well to internal or external individual needs

• Analytical Thinking: Attention to detail over sustained periods of time and ability to analyze data and recognize trends

• Dependability: Counted on to follow through on commitments; at work each day and on time; work completed in a timely fashion

• Independence: Receives no instruction on routine work; with general instruction on new assignments

• Feedback orientated: Demonstrates, engages, and promotes regular forms of feedback from program participants, New Narrative staff, and colleagues

• Aptitude: Ability to comprehend and apply new ideas, processes, procedures, or training

• Organizational Awareness: Understands the culture of the organization; interests and concerns of various groups

• Sensitive Information: Exposure to highly confidential information. Must maintain the highest level of discretion at all times

• Motivate: On-going ability to motivate others and remain consistently enthusiastic, New Narrative mission conscious and values driven with participant focused and trauma informed lens

• Demeanor: Remaining calm in a crisis, empathetic, unbiased and excellent interpretation skills

• Experience working with individuals diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness

• Familiarity with ADLs and iADLs and the ability to teach and support these skills in a compassionate, person-centered manner

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

• Commitment to person-centered care and the ability to respect individual preferences and autonomy

• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the unique and changing needs of participants

• Must have a valid Oregon or Washington driver's license, active personal insurance and ability to assist with transportation, as needed.

SKILLS TRAINER

Who You Are:

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. Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and must meet The Edinburg Center’s “Safe Driving” standards. Must be a 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

What You Will Do:

• 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

Who We Are:

A dedicated team of professionals who have chosen to join an organization with a forty year history of serving people with mental illness, developmental disabilities, brain injury and autism in the community. When we’re not at work, we love to hike, bike, craft, read, shop and sing opera, among many other things! Our staff of 350 have range of interests and skills and we know you do too! We know that The Edinburg Center will mean as much to you as it does to us!

At work, we are psychiatrists, social workers, clinicians, nurses, behavior specialists, peer specialists, board certified behavior analysts, direct service staff and employment specialists.

What We Offer:

We offer an excellent benefits package for both full and part-time staff, including; health and dental (must work a minimum of 30 hours) vision, life, short and long term disability insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Paid time off benefits include vacation, personal, sick and holidays. To support ongoing professional development, we offer tuition reimbursement, conference, seminar, certification and specialized training funding, as well as free clinical supervision for licensure.

We think the best benefit we offer is the chance to learn from each other and we hope you will be willing to teach us as well.

Be YOU!  We are committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive, and diverse environment for our employees and the people we serve. Persons from diverse backgrounds including women, communities of color, the LGBTQ community and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Edinburg Center, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

Candidates who bring the strength of diversity are encouraged to apply.

SKILLS TRAINER

Who You Are:

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. Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and must meet The Edinburg Center’s “Safe Driving” standards. Must be a 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

What You Will Do:

• 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

Who We Are:

A dedicated team of professionals who have chosen to join an organization with a forty year history of serving people with mental illness, developmental disabilities, brain injury and autism in the community. When we’re not at work, we love to hike, bike, craft, read, shop and sing opera, among many other things! Our staff of 350 have range of interests and skills and we know you do too! We know that The Edinburg Center will mean as much to you as it does to us!

At work, we are psychiatrists, social workers, clinicians, nurses, behavior specialists, peer specialists, board certified behavior analysts, direct service staff and employment specialists.

What We Offer:

We offer an excellent benefits package for both full and part-time staff, including; health and dental (must work a minimum of 30 hours) vision, life, short and long term disability insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Paid time off benefits include vacation, personal, sick and holidays. To support ongoing professional development, we offer tuition reimbursement, conference, seminar, certification and specialized training funding, as well as free clinical supervision for licensure.

We think the best benefit we offer is the chance to learn from each other and we hope you will be willing to teach us as well.

Be YOU!  We are committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive, and diverse environment for our employees and the people we serve. Persons from diverse backgrounds including women, communities of color, the LGBTQ community and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Edinburg Center, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

Candidates who bring the strength of diversity are encouraged to apply.

• Provide person-centered instruction through planned community activities.
• Support individuals in accessing community resources, planning engaging activities, and strengthening their skill sets.
• Take individuals on community outings-whether for appointments, errands, or just to enjoy the day.
• Track and document progress, capturing accurate and concise case notes.
• Redirect inappropriate behaviors and facilitate positive resolutions to challenges.
• Work collaboratively with a team of professionals to ensure comprehensive support.

• A caring heart and a commitment to helping others live with dignity and independence.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• A valid driver's license, personal vehicle, and insurance.
• Willingness to undergo a state and federal fingerprint background check.
• CPR Certification and a recent TB test (we can help you obtain both if needed).
• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities is a plus-but if you bring passion and dedication, we'll provide the training.

• Starting rate of $18-$25 per hour, paid weekly
• Full and part-time positions available - let us know what works best for you
• Paid sick leave
• Mileage reimbursement
• Opportunities for growth and training