Community Support Professional
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health – Wayne, PA
Job description
Devereux's Community Adult Autism Partnership Program (CAAPP) provides personal growth opportunities for adults, ages 21 and over, with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, emotional and/or behavioral differences, and brain injuries.
The goal of CAAPP is to provide instruction and support across work, community and home environments that will facilitate participants in becoming a more independent, productive, socially connected member of his or her local community. This unique model focuses on partnering with community supports to maximize each consumer’s potential.
CAAPP is seeking Community Support Professionals (CSPs) who have at least six (6) months of experience working with adults/children with autism. Our CSPs serve participants residing in Montgomery County, Chester County and Delaware counties.
As a CSP for CAAPP you will:
· Provide community-based support and skill development to young adults diagnosed with autism who are transitioning out of educational programs
· Provide support to participants in the areas of communication, social skills, self-care, work readiness, vocational training, and community based supportive employment
· Use evidence-based instructional strategies to help participants achieve goals across home, community and work settings
· Complete progress notes and data collection for each participant.
· Work with the Integration Specialist and Behavior Support Specialist, if applicable, to identify areas of strength and need.
Minimum Requirements
· Must be at least 18 years of age
· Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle
· High School Diploma with at least 6 months experience working directly with individuals with any developmental disability, including autism
Note: This role is a 1099 independent contractor position and offers flexible hours/scheduling based on your availability. A typical assignment may involve supporting participants in various work, community and home settings for approximately a 4-hour shift on a weekly basis.
Hourly Rate: $18.00 - $20.00
Bonuses: $250/quarter; Max $1000/year (minimum of 10/hrs billed per week)
Job Type: Contract
Salary: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Flexible schedule- Minimum 10 hrs- Maximum 40 hours billable
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Autism Experience: 1 year (required)
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
- Behavior Technician: 1 year (preferred)
- Direct Support Professional: 1 year (Preferred)
- Job Coach: 1 year (preferred)
- Autism Specialist: 1 year (preferred)
Shift availability:
Work Location: On the road
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Salary: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- This position is a contract/1099 position that requires you to use your vehicle to transport clients to different locations. Are you comfortable with this?
Experience:
- Working with people with autism: 1 year (Required)
- Paratransit: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
Ability to Relocate:
- West Chester, PA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road