Adaptive Skills Trainer

Jay Nolan Community Services•Santa Clara, CA

7d•$25 - $28•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Supervisor, the Adaptive Skills Trainer will provide individualized Instruction, assistance, and support to assigned individuals in support services as determined by the Adaptive Skills Administrative and Clinical Teams. This role includes community engagement with neurodiverse individuals, and families to build relationships. The Adaptive Skills Trainer should have excellent communication skills which are essential to support a team that delivers high-quality, person-centered services.

Requirements

Excellent communication skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Health & Human Services
Experience working with individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities (personal or professional) preferred but not required.
Depending on position, may require a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation & current auto insurance

Responsibilities

Implement individualized adaptive skills training plans developed
Provide direct, hands-on instruction in identified skill areas, including: Safety skills and community navigation, Hygiene, dressing, and grooming routines, Toileting and feeding skills (including picky eating and sensory-based food issues), Housekeeping and home management, Food purchasing and meal preparation, Technology access and use, Communication and social functioning, Choice-making and self-advocacy
Assist individuals with challenges as directed by the supervising professional
Deliver services in the individual’s home, workplace, and/or community settings, as authorized.
Promote generalization of skills across settings, people, and situations
Apply evidence-based instructional strategies aligned with consumer needs and IPP goals.