Specialized Skills Builder - Reading

Systematic Skill Building (SSB) Staff provide both direct and indirect support to individuals with autism in their homes and community settings. SSBs play a key role in fostering community integration, developing social skills, and supporting activities of daily living through systematic approaches based on applied behavioral analysis (ABA) interventions.

Job Purpose:

The SSB position is responsible for implementing skill-building programs and training Community Support (CS) staff and participants based on individualized goals and objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Primary duties include, but are not limited to:

Develop and maintain Goal Attainment Scaling (GAS) charts and Skill Building Plans (SBPs) as needed

Provide training and consultation to family members, waiver providers, and other support staff on the purpose, objectives, implementation, and documentation of SBPs

Participate in and provide feedback at Individualized Support Plan (ISP) meetings

Assist with direct-care services and support Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

Report incidents to Case Managers and the Incident Manager as required

Adhere to company policies and procedures

Attend monthly SSB Mentor Meetings

Maintain accurate daily progress notes

Communicate case concerns, issues, or progress updates with the clinical team, including case managers, clinical coordinator, and/or clinical directors

Respond to emails within 24-48 hours

Complete monthly assigned trainings

Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, or a related human services field

Minimum of 2 years of experience working with adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Completion of required training developed by BAS on Systematic Skill Building for individuals with ASD, along with other mandatory service-related training

Reliable transportation with a valid driver’s license, up-to-date car registration, car inspection, and car insurance and a clear criminal background check

Proficiency in technology and computer applications

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals and groups

Data analysis skills, including the ability to graph and report outcomes

Compensation & Benefits:

$30-$35 per hour (paid weekly)

Mileage reimbursement for travel between clients

$10 daily meal reimbursement for yourself when billing with clients

$12 event reimbursement

Full-time position, of 25 hours per week