Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis is now HIRING for a Senior Community Support Companion!
Positive life change is our goal at IABA. We offer unique opportunities to be a part of a team where service is rooted in Applied Behavior Analysis and strong, mutually caring relationships.
PAID TRAINING!
**Client locations are in Los Angeles County
**Open flexibility is needed, including weekends based on client needs and schedule
**Reporting office is in Culver City, CA*
Our Senior Community Support Companions provide one-to-one intensive training based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis in the home or in community to adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder, or other developmental delays, and to assist them in developing the skills necessary to be integrated into community settings.
Benefits and Perks:
- Paid on-the-job training, career development, and advancement opportunities
- Paid Drive Time & Mileage reimbursement
- Paid Sick Time
- Earned Paid Time off (for Full Time Employees)
- HMO and PPO medical plans and employer-paid dental and life insurance
- for Full-Time Employees
- 401k (for Full Time Employees)
- Phone/technology reimbursement
- Meaningful and rewarding relationships with your co-workers and the individuals we serve
Compensation: $20 - $21/hour
Responsibilities:
- Direct intervention with person served/family
- Keep accurate client records
- Maintain accurate administrative records
- Drive between sites
Requirements:
- Minimum: 2 years in-field and/or Residential experience
- Availability needed: All week
- On-call coverage needed
- Required: DSP 1 & 2 certification
- Passion and enthusiasm for assisting adults with I/DD
- At least 1 year supervisory experience
- Dedication and commitment to working daily with our clients at home or in the community
- Reliable transportation & proof of auto insurance
- Comfortable driving clients in vehicle and taking public transportation
- Comfortable managing behaviors
- Experience in report writing, SIRs
Preferred education and experience:
- Prior job-related experience with Applied Behavior Analysis working with adults with autism or other developmentally delaying disorders (preferred)
- Preferred experience: Supported Living Services (SLS) or ILS (Independent Living Services)
- Bachelor’s degree in psychology, child development, or a related field
- Ability to adapt to a variety of situations and to remain calm under stress
Other duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Culver City, CA 90232: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person