Program Associate

Bancroft•Cherry Hill, NJ

About The Position

Bancroft is a leading service-provider for children and adults with autism, other intellectual or developmental disabilities or those in need of neurological rehabilitation. We are looking for Direct Support Professionals that are passionate about providing quality care in a positive and empathetic manner. Our Direct Support Professionals must have a strong desire to work with autistic, intellectually and/or developmentally disabled individuals . Responsibilities Position: Direct Support Professional aka Program Associate (Adult program) Hours: Full time - Sun., 9a-9p, Mon. & Tues., 3p-11p - Location: Cherry Hill, NJ Our Direct Support Professionals carry out behavioral treatment plans and are responsible for collecting direct observational data. Direct Support Professionals provide assistance with daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, personal hygiene, social awareness, meal preparation, money management, and housekeeping. The Direct Support Professionals provides personal care and supervision, actively participating in the life growth of each individual. They will teach them daily living and functional skills to help individuals achieve personal goals and transition to less restrictive residential settings. Direct Support Professionals will also be responsible for accompanying individuals to healthcare appointments and community outings and providing safe transportation. Direct Support Professionals will be responsible for resolving problem behavior situations and providing intervention while adhering to Bancroft’s quality standards for safety and approved crisis techniques. The Direct Support Professionals will complete paperwork and provide regular documentation as required. They will maintain effective communication with residents and their parents, guardians and other family members.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Driver’s License in the candidates’ legal name and current address. One year minimum driving experience. License should be in good standing and free of restrictions.
Minimum of six months related work experience OR Bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in a degree program in Psychology, Social Work, or related field
Aspiration to work with autistic, intellectually and developmentally challenged individuals
Effective verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with individuals with autism, intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred

Responsibilities

Carry out behavioral treatment plans and are responsible for collecting direct observational data.
Provide assistance with daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, personal hygiene, social awareness, meal preparation, money management, and housekeeping.
Provide personal care and supervision, actively participating in the life growth of each individual.
Teach daily living and functional skills to help individuals achieve personal goals and transition to less restrictive residential settings.
Accompany individuals to healthcare appointments and community outings and providing safe transportation.
Responsible for resolving problem behavior situations and providing intervention while adhering to Bancroft’s quality standards for safety and approved crisis techniques.
Complete paperwork and provide regular documentation as required.
Maintain effective communication with residents and their parents, guardians and other family members.