Direct Support Professional, Enhanced IHCS – Scranton Area

A family located in the Scranton area is seeking a part-time Support Service Professional to provide Enhanced Care Services for their adult son with Autism. The family is seeking an experienced, energetic and compassionate Support Staff with a post high school education. The ideal candidate should be outgoing, and have experience in working with Non-Verbal Individuals with Autism. Knowledge in following ABA Behavior Support Plans, and ACC communication devices is preferred. The candidate will provide In Home and Community Supports, and assist the young man in promoting his independence in his everyday life. This is an ideal opportunity to make a difference in the life of an amazing young man and his family.

Description of Duties:

• Assist with ADL’s as needed

• Ensure health and safety needs are met at home and in the community

• Provide transportation to community events, activities , and rides

• Proficiency in ABA Behavior Support

• Promote and encourage the use of verbal language

• Communicate with guardian and surrogate on an ongoing basis

• Complete and document goals as defined in ISP, documentation is completed through the EVV system from the Support Staff’s cell phone

Qualification / Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree In Psychology, Education, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, or Gerontology or Registered Behavior Technician, Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst, or NADD Certification in one of the following: NADD Competency Based Clinical Certification, Dual Diagnosis Certification

• Must have a valid PA driver’s license and reliable transportation

• At least 2 years of DSP, SSP, Behavior Technician or Behavior Specialist experience

• At least 2 years of experience in working with Individuals with autism Spectrum Disorder

• Willing to Participate in Background Check

• Experience with Discrete Trial Instruction

• Must be dependable, and punctual

Current Scheduling Needs:

Part Time, Flexible Scheduling, 6-8 hrs per week

Hourly rate based upon experience, staff will not be employed by Keystone Independent

Living, rather by the family.

Pay Rate: up to $30.00 / per hour

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Up to $30.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Scranton, PA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 2 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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