Prevocational Supported Employment Staff

Organization Description:  

Our pre-vocational program provides adults with ASD to develop the skills, confidence, and independence needed for meaningful employment and community engagement. Through hands-on activities, personalized support, and community-based learning, participants build essential pre-employment and social skills, explore career interests, and practice real-world work tasks. Our program collaborates with Occupational Therapists and Speech-Language Pathologists to provide a holistic, well-rounded approach that supports each participant's success, focusing on communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. We create a safe, inclusive environment where every individual can thrive and achieve their personal and vocational goals. 

Why Join Us? 

Make a meaningful impact: Help adults with ASD gain the skills needed for independence and employment readiness. 

Supportive team environment: Work in a collaborative, understanding team that values each staff member’s contribution. 

Professional growth: Gain hands-on experience in working with individuals with ASD and develop specialized skills in the field of autism support. 

Rewarding work: Play a pivotal role in enhancing the lives of individuals with ASD by providing a structured, safe, and enriching program environment. 

Job Overview: 
AARC is seeking compassionate, reliable, and dedicated Program Support Staff to work directly with adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in our pre-vocational program. This role plays a vital part in supporting adults with ASD as they work on developing essential skills for independence, socialization, and employment readiness. The ideal candidate will have patience, understanding, and flexibility to adapt to the unique needs and behaviors associated with ASD while fostering a positive and engaging environment for all participants. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Assist participants with daily program activities, ensuring safety and engagement, while considering sensory sensitivities and communication challenges associated with ASD. 

Provide one-on-one and group support during vocational tasks and training sessions, adapting to the individual needs and learning styles of participants with ASD. 

Facilitate skill-building activities in alignment with program goals. Support participants in building social, communication, and pre-employment skills. 

Work closely with the Director and other team members to ensure high-quality program delivery and continuous support for participants. 

Document participant progress and share insights with the program team and the participants parent/caregiver 

Assist in maintaining a safe, clean and organized environment 

Preferred Qualifications: 

Registered Behavior Technician certification  

Experience working with adults with ASD  

Qualifications: 

Strong interpersonal skills with a compassionate and patient demeanor 

Ability to be adaptable when managing challenges that may arise with participants, such as frustration, sensory overload, or communication difficulties. 

Direct experience working hands on with individuals with ASD 

Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively in a team setting. 

Flexibility to adapt to the needs of participants, understanding that ASD often requires individualized approaches 

Physical Requirements: This position requires an individual to be able to stand for long periods of time, walk, run, lift up to 25lbs, reach, squat, and fulfill all physical requirements of ARC’s crisis and communication program. 

Schedule and Flexibility: 
This role requires in-person availability onsite from 8:30 AM-3:30 PM on Tuesday and Thursdays during ARC’s program days. Opportunities for additional responsibilities may be available based on program needs. 

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY: 

ARC is committed to serving an inclusive population of youth in our communities by employing a diverse staff, maintaining ongoing training and education, and exploring various points of view.  ARC’s commitment to celebrating diversity, promoting equity, and increasing cultural aptitude is an active process that requires continuous education and awareness in all aspects of our organization.  We are dedicated to this process in order to enhance the program experience for our members, parents, families, and staff, as well as the community at large.  

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: 

ARC shall seek to ensure and provide equal opportunity for all persons seeking employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law. 

DISCLAIMER: 

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification.  It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this position.