Instructional Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and insured vehicle for community transportation.
• Experience supporting individuals with autism and developmental disabilities.
• Experience implementing behavior support plans and teaching strategies.
• Ability to assist with personal hygiene and toileting when needed.
• Strong communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Professionalism, flexibility, and a positive, enthusiastic attitude.

Nice To Haves

• CPR
• PMT

Responsibilities

• Provide AM & PM transportation in a Benhaven Van
• Provide on-site job coaching and employment support at community job and volunteer sites.
• Teach and reinforce workplace readiness, social skills, and daily living skills.
• Monitor performance, give feedback, and provide prompts.
• Implement teaching strategies, skill‑building programs, and behavioral protocols.
• Follow individualized behavior support plans.
• Complete data collection and documentation accurately and on time.
• Model appropriate workplace behavior and hold individuals to consistent expectations.
• Maintain professionalism across diverse environments (job sites, volunteer programs, college campuses, and Benhaven facilities).
• Collaborate with supervisors, team members, employers, and community partners.
• Adapt to dynamic situations and follow established procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Long-term Disability
• Term Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life
• Paid Time Off
• 403b & 401a
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tickets-at-Work
• Stipends offered for continuing Education