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Exhava Home Care
URGENT HIRING Autism Independence Program Lead 65-85/hour
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What they do
A Career Counselor works with adults of all ages to plan career choices and access the education and training needed to support a career. Gives skills assessment and aptitude tests to clients. Provides job search assistance or training for general workplace skills. Provides referrals for workplace literacy, academic or job training programs, or direct job referrals.
$65,520 / year median in California
+3% projected growth
Job Description
URGENT HIRING
Autism Independence Program Lead 65-85/hour Exhava Home Care Poway, CA Job Details Full-time $135,200 - $176,800 a year 21 hours ago Qualifications Experience working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders Parent collaboration Experience working with adults with disabilities Working with families Adults with developmental disabilities Positive behavior support strategies Autism spectrum disorders support Full Job Description We're building something new. Our Autism Independence Program is a non-clinical service model focused on helping autistic teens and adults build real-world independence, confidence, self-regulation, communication skills, and quality of life. We are seeking an experienced Autism Independence Program Lead to oversee a small team of Autism Independence Specialists while helping shape and grow a new service line from the ground up.What You'll Do:
Lead and support a team of 4-5 Autism Independence Specialists Develop individualized independence support plans Coach and mentor direct support staff Collaborate closely with families Support clients with moderate to high support needs Help staff navigate challenging behaviors safely and respectfully Participate in developing systems, training tools, and program protocolsPreferred:
BCBA certification Master's degree in a related field Experience supervising RBTs, DSPs, autism specialists, or direct care teams Experience with adult transition programs, supported living, or community inclusion servicesSchedule:
Start at approximately 5-10 hours per week Typical weekday availability between 2:00 PM-7:00 PM Occasional weekend availability Requirements 4+ years working directly with autistic individuals 3+ years working with autistic teens and/or adults Experience supporting individuals with high support needs and severe behaviors Experience creating individualized support, behavior, transition, or life skills plans Experience training, mentoring, coaching, or supervising staff Strong communication and family collaboration skills Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout North County San Diego Benefits $65-$85/hour depending on credentials, experience, and fit. If you're excited about helping build an innovative autism independence program and growing into a long-term leadership role, we'd love to hear from you.Benefits
- Dental Insurance