Entry Level Autism Support Staff
Vinfen
Summary
The Entry Level Autism Worker (ELAW) contributes to high quality case management services for persons served providing direct case management services to children and young adults with Autism Spectrum diagnosis ("ASD") living at home with their families. The ELAW will develop and investigate recreational opportunities, specialized funding sources, grants and educational tools for persons served, as well as assist families to apply and research needed and applicable benefits such as SNAP, MassHealth, SSI, etc.
Job description
Duties
- Implements service plan interventions with persons served who include children and young adults, ages birth to 22, with an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis, both with and without intellectual disorders or cognitive delays.
- Provides direct training and support (instruction, assistance, modeling and reinforcement) for persons served in developing and enhancing their daily living skills (i.e. symptom, medication and money management, cooking, cleaning, recreational activities, personal hygiene, social and interpersonal skills, etc.)
- Maintains and updates documentation in individual and program records.
- Acts as an advocate for persons served.
- Communicates verbally and in writing with co-workers, supervisors, and other service providers, including funding agency personnel.
- Escorts persons served into the community using public transportation, company or personal vehicle, as necessary.
- Monitors status of persons served, provides crisis intervention and counseling, as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor's degree in counseling psychology, human services, or related field preferred
- At least two years of work experience in human services with children with autism and co-occurring physical, behavioral, and mental health challenges, and their families
- CPR and First Aid required within two weeks of hire
- Safety Care (no restraints) required within 90 days of hire
Benefits
- Retirement plan
- 403(b) plan
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Vacation time
- Holiday time
- Personal time
- Sick time
- Flexible spending accounts
- Educational assistance
- Sign-on bonus
- Employee referral bonus
Company overview
Vinfen is a leading nonprofit health and human services organization established in 1977, specializing in community-based mental health care and disability services. Headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Vinfen operates over 200 locations across Massachusetts and Connecticut, serving more than 3,500 individuals annually. The organization provides comprehensive services for people with psychiatric conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, acquired brain injuries, autism, and behavioral health challenges. Their evidence-based programs include residential supports, clinical outreach, employment services, day habilitation programs, clubhouses, and crisis intervention services. Vinfen employs approximately 2,600-3,300 dedicated professionals who deliver person-centered care through innovative service models. The organization operates Community Behavioral Health Centers offering 24/7 crisis intervention, outpatient therapy, and medication management. With annual revenues exceeding $250 million, Vinfen is recognized as one of the largest nonprofit employers in Massachusetts and has received numerous awards for excellence in health and human services, including recognition as a Top Place to Work by The Boston Globe.