Adaptive Skills Trainer

Jay Nolan Community Services•Los Angeles, CA

6d•$25 - $28

About The Position

As an Adaptive Skills Trainer at Jay Nolan Community Services (JNCS), you will work one-on-one with individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities to help them develop everyday skills, build confidence, and increase independence at home and in their communities. You will support progress toward personal goals, including daily routines, relationships, and meaningful participation in community life. You will implement and contribute to individualized support and adaptive skills training plans, provide direct instruction across daily living and communication skills, and use evidence-based strategies to help individuals apply learned skills in different settings. The position includes monitoring progress, collecting data, maintaining service documentation, coordinating with the supervising Adaptive Skills Training Professional and support teams, and following JNCS, DDS, and Regional Center requirements. JNCS is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides individualized support to children, teens, and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. It describes its workplace as inclusive, supportive, and community-oriented and is a Certified™ Great Place to Work.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, counseling, nursing, social work, applied behavior analysis, behavioral medicine, speech and language, rehabilitation, marriage and family therapy, or a comparable human services field.
Knowledge of appropriate, positive, person-centered, and non-invasive behavioral support practices.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing.
Strong interpersonal, time-management, planning, and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and interact with individuals, families, and colleagues from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Proficiency with technology, including smartphones and mobile apps used for service delivery and documentation.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
Personal or professional experience working with individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities.
Depending on the position, a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance may be required.

Responsibilities

Implement and contribute to individualized support and adaptive skills training plans based on each individual's needs, preferences, and goals.
Provide direct instruction in safety skills, community navigation, hygiene, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, housekeeping, food purchasing, meal preparation, home management, technology use, communication, social functioning, choice-making, and self-advocacy.
Help individuals establish routines and participate in meaningful, age-appropriate activities at home and in their communities.
Provide appropriate accommodations and positive, non-invasive support for behavioral, physical, communication, and other individual needs.
Use evidence-based instructional strategies and help individuals apply learned skills across settings, people, and situations.
Support each person's safety, well-being, independence, meaningful participation, and community inclusion.
Monitor progress, collect measurable data, and maintain accurate service documentation, including daily notes and incident documentation.
Complete required documentation and Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) within established timelines.
Communicate regularly with the supervising Adaptive Skills Training Professional about individual progress, barriers, and potential plan adjustments.
Collaborate with family members, Service Coordinators, and other support team members to promote consistent support across environments.
Participate in IPP meetings, trainings, and other required meetings as requested.
Follow JNCS policies and applicable DDS and Regional Center requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.