Field Trainer for Habilitation Services (West Valley)
About The Position
AZA United (Arizona Autism United) is a leading nonprofit service organization for children and families affected by autism in and around Maricopa County. We provide a wide range of supports and therapies and are currently expanding locations and programs. As we continue to grow and expand our high-quality services, we need to hire more people who want to make a difference in the lives of families affected by autism. To learn more about why great people choose to work at AZA United, please visit our site: www.azaunited.org/whyaza We are looking to hire TWO Field Trainers for Habilitation Services (internally known as DSS Field Trainers) to support the HCBS/DSS department with matching, monitoring, and training habilitation, respite and attendant care providers while also assisting families with service-related needs. Trainers support our in-home Habilitation and Respite Providers. Part of the job will be conducting home visits to assist families and providers with developing teaching strategies and other supports. All other related work will be done remotely. AZA United will provide all necessary technology to complete your job duties, and you will communicate regularly with other trainers and our program director through virtual meeting platforms.
Requirements
- HS Diploma or GED required; Associate's degree OR equivalent years of related work experience preferred
- At least 1 year of experience providing home-based habilitation for multiple children/youth with autism; experience with more than one family preferred.
- Ability to provide your own transportation to client homes and other service locations throughout Phoenix/Maricopa County and surrounding areas (MUST be able to provide proof of insurance and registration; drive time is paid, and mileage is reimbursed)
- Proven ability to communicate effectively with tact and perspective across diverse populations
- Strong ability to multi-task, independently plan and organize own activities to prioritize daily workloads
- High competence in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Teams, etc.)
- Must be able to successfully pass a fingerprint clearance check, a tuberculosis screening, and other related hiring requirements
- Ability to respond positively and appropriately to child’s behaviors and verbalizations to improve behavior and maximize independent functioning, consistent with the personal values and direction expressed by the child’s family and/or AZA United supervisors
- Ability to manage a flexible schedule and have full availability M-F between 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of habilitation, autism spectrum disorders, systems of care, treatments and services, etc. preferred
- Bilingual/Spanish Speaking, a PLUS!
Responsibilities
- Provide training and support for Habilitation, Respite & Attendant Care Providers
- Conduct home visits to assist providers with hands-on training and guidance
- Help providers understand how to implement goals, establish routines, work with families, complete reports, and conduct other activities to provide effective and compassionate services
- Provide additional support via phone, email or virtual meetings as needed
- Deliver presentations for new employee orientation and related training classes
- Assist providers with obtaining or creating any necessary teaching materials for Habilitation goals
- Provide support for families receiving DDD services
- Assist with writing appropriate functional outcomes/goals and teaching strategies
- Help families prepare for ISP meetings with DDD, and attend if needed
- Provide support via phone, email, or home visits to help families receive effective services
- Conduct in-home quarterly monitoring visits to maintain compliance with Attendant Care service requirements
- Manage administrative tasks and systems to coordinate habilitation and respite services
- Help manage data entry for related systems in regard to client goals, ISPs, reports, and related information
- Work with supervisors and administrative staff to ensure authorizations, goals, and other elements necessary for service coordination are in place
- Communicate with DDD support coordinators as needed to facilitate services for families and providers
- Assist with incident reporting and other related procedures
- Submit written reports or related items documenting activities for home visits and communications
Benefits
- A competitive salary + Scheduled Raise Program 2x/year
- An excellent comprehensive health benefits package that includes health, dental and vision, employer contributions to your health savings account, company paid Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, and employer-paid basic life insurance
- Student Loan Forgiveness: As a non-profit organization, your employment (when consistently working at least 30 hours a week) meets requirements under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program (for student loan forgiveness).
- A 401K plan with up to 4% match after one year of service
- Generous paid sick time and PTO, and 12 Paid Holidays
- Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
