Employment Specialist for Adults with Developmental Disabilities - South OC
About The Position
Join the Institute of Applied Behavior Analysis (IABA) as an Employment Specialist and make a difference in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities by helping them to achieve their goals! We provide comprehensive paid training—whether you’re experienced or just starting your career, we’ll set you up for success! This role involves unsupervised, direct support of adults in home, school, and community settings. Duties include implementing behavior plans, managing behavioral escalations, assisting with daily living needs, entering private residences, and accessing confidential health and personal information. This role includes paid training and professional development opportunities, including required ACRE-related training and competency development designed to support success in employment services. Team members are required to successfully complete and pass all required training coursework, assessments, and competency requirements as part of the role within their first year.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Reliable vehicle, valid CA driver’s license, insurance, and clean driving record
- Must be comfortable driving clients in your vehicle
- CPR/First Aid within 2 weeks of hire
- Negative TB test result
- Complete ACRE training within first year of employment
- Ability to physically assist clients as needed
- Personal care assistance (restroom assistance/changing diaper, wheelchair assistance, comfortable with ADLs)
Nice To Haves
- Prior ABA or human services experience is a plus!
Responsibilities
- Support clients with autism and intellectual disabilities in the community
- Facilitate meaningful community connections through employment, volunteer opportunities, and community activities.
- Teach independent living skills and promote adaptive behaviors.
- Provide transportation and assist with public transit training.
- Support individuals with skill building within their communities.
- Encourage client growth in a fun, supportive environment!
- Implementing behavior plans
- Managing behavioral escalations
- Assisting with daily living needs
- Entering private residences
- Accessing confidential health and personal information
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Paid training
- Professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
