Adaptive Skills Trainer

Jay Nolan Community Services•Los Angeles, CA

2d•$28 - $32

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 build everyday skills, confidence, and independence at home and in their communities. The role supports people in developing daily routines, relationships, and personal goals. You will provide direct instruction and support in areas such as safety and community navigation; hygiene, dressing, and grooming; toileting and feeding; housekeeping and meal preparation; technology use; communication and social functioning; and choice-making and self-advocacy. You will help implement and develop individualized training plans, use evidence-based instructional strategies, support participation in meaningful activities, and promote safety, well-being, independence, and community inclusion. The position also involves monitoring and documenting progress, completing service records and Electronic Visit Verification (EVV), communicating with the supervising Adaptive Skills Training Professional, and collaborating with families, Service Coordinators, and other support-team members. The role is located in West Lake, California, with a Monday–Friday schedule that is flexible after 3:00 p.m. English is the listed language. Pay is $28.00–$32.00 per hour.

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 the development of individualized adaptive skills training and support plans based on each person's needs, preferences, and goals.
Provide hands-on instruction in safety skills and community navigation, personal care routines, toileting and 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 the community.
Provide appropriate accommodations and positive, non-invasive support for behavioral, physical, communication, and other individual needs.
Use evidence-based instructional strategies and help individuals generalize 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 progress, barriers, and possible 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.