0028 Adaptive Skills-Adaptive Skills Trainer

Jay Nolan Community Services•San Fernando, CA

About The Position

Jay Nolan Community Services is hiring an Adaptive Skills Trainer to support individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities in building independence, dignity, choice, and quality of life. The trainer provides hands-on instruction and support in individuals’ homes, workplaces, and community settings, helping them develop skills and pursue personal, educational, and career goals. The role emphasizes encouraging individuals to do things for themselves and supporting meaningful participation in their communities. The position is based in Los Angeles, California, and is scheduled for 13 hours per week. Saturdays and Sundays have flexible hours, with an additional Tuesday shift from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Services are delivered according to authorized plans and Regional Center requirements. The trainer works with a supervising Adaptive Skills Training Professional and collaborates with service coordinators, family members, and other care team members. Jay Nolan Community Services is a nonprofit organization providing individualized support to people with autism and other developmental disabilities.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human services, or a related field is required for Adaptive Skills-605 services.
At least one year of experience with developmental disabilities.
Knowledge of appropriate, non-invasive behavioral supports.
Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Supports and Person-Centered Planning, including understanding that behavior can communicate an unmet need.
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and persuasively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures, and to work effectively as a team member.
Strong customer-service, quality, and results presentation skills.
Excellent working knowledge of technology, including smartphone apps.
Strong time-management and proactive planning skills.
Excellent conflict-resolution skills.
Valid driver’s license, a working and reliable vehicle, and proof of current insurance.
Ability to provide hands-on support and participate in activities with individuals.
Ability to complete comprehensive documentation and meet required submission timelines.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis; preferred but not required.
Experience working with individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities, personally or professionally; preferred but not required.
A 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.
Depending on the position, a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance may be required.

Responsibilities

Implement individualized adaptive skills training plans and the individual’s Support Plan.
Provide direct instruction in safety and community navigation; hygiene, dressing, and grooming; toileting and feeding; housekeeping and home management; food purchasing and meal preparation; technology use; communication and social functioning; choice-making; and self-advocacy.
Assist individuals with challenges as directed by the supervising professional and provide supervision and accommodations appropriate to their identified support needs.
Deliver services in authorized home, workplace, and community settings, and help individuals generalize skills across settings, people, and situations.
Apply evidence-based instructional strategies aligned with consumer needs and IPP goals, using appropriate non-invasive and non-intrusive support methods.
Support individuals in establishing daily or weekly schedules and participating in age-appropriate, culturally normative activities in their homes and communities.
Promote individuals’ personal safety, well-being, meaningful participation, belonging, and membership in their communities.
Provide feedback and interventions specified in the Individual Support Plan, and serve as a mentor and role model for socially acceptable and culturally valued interactions.
Introduce individuals to new activities and people within the context of their Support Plans.
Collect data and write anecdotal notes to document progress toward outcome indicators and identified goals.
Maintain service records, including daily notes, progress data, and incident documentation, in accordance with organizational and Regional Center requirements.
Submit session and other required documentation within specified timeframes to support billing under the assigned Regional Center authorization (service code 605).
Complete Electronic Visit Verification requirements for all in-home service delivery sessions.
Provide consistent, measurable data to support progress reports for semi-annual reviews.
Communicate regularly with the supervising Adaptive Skills Training Professional about progress, barriers, and plan adjustments; maintain meetings with the supervisor at least monthly.
Collaborate with service coordinators, family members, and other care team members to ensure consistent support across environments.
Provide family members with information about the individual’s unique needs and consider cultural and family dynamics when developing and meeting instructional milestones.
Cooperatively develop an Individualized Training Plan with the supervisor to support personal growth and skill development for working with individuals with complex support needs.
Attend scheduled meetings, IPP meetings, and training sessions as requested.
Follow JNCS policies and procedures, DDS and Regional Center compliance requirements, and the rules of public locations where activities take place.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.