Autism Assistant | Pingree Center

Valley Behavioral Health Incorporated•Salt Lake City, UT

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Autism Assistant assists in the delivery of comprehensive educational and developmental support to children and adolescents with autism in a classroom setting. The Assistant works closely with the Autism Specialist and contributes to the design and implementation of treatment programs and education materials. The Assistant supports clients in acquiring essential skills and behaviors necessary for success in their home and community environments.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Three months of autism or direct client experience
CPR certification
Valley de-escalation certification
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Nice To Haves

None

Responsibilities

Assists the Autism Specialist in developing individualized programs for children and adolescents with autism; focuses on enhancing social, communication, and behavioral skills
Assumes leadership responsibilities in the classroom when the Autism Specialist is unavailable; ensures a structured and productive learning environment for students
Assists clients with participation in the classroom, skills groups, and educational support as assigned
Supports the treatment team in providing academic structure through the application of behavioral techniques and procedures
Implements therapeutic and behavioral interventions to encourage and support self-management, communication, and social skills
Ensures client wellbeing by assisting with hygiene responsibilities as required
De-escalates clients appropriately and safely
Follows agency documentation policies for all phases of treatment, including assessments, care plans, treatment transitions and discharge plans, and client care.
Collaborates with internal and external multidisciplinary teams regarding clinical aspects of treatment.
Adheres to ethical and legal standards set by licensing boards and state regulations.
Meets direct care expectations.
Participates in ongoing professional development activities to meet licensure, certification, and/or other agency requirements

Benefits

Tenure-based service increases
Performance bonuses
On-Demand Pay
15 days of accrued paid time off annually (increasing by one day with each year of service)
10 paid holidays
2 wellness days
Paid parental leave
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Voluntary accident insurance
Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
Voluntary critical illness insurance
Voluntary financial protection insurance
Pet insurance
Basic Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) with company match
Garner HRA
401(k) plan with company match up to 6%
Tuition reimbursement
New licensure reimbursement
Paid training
Conference attendance
Continuing education reimbursement
Paid time for continuing education