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Adult Autism Systematic Skill Builder

Achieving True Self·Swissvale, Pennsylvania

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

Develop and implement personalized Skill Building Plans (SBP) using Applied Behavior Analysis to increase independence for adults with autism. Collaborate with families, professionals, and employers while monitoring progress through data analysis and direct observation.

Adult Autism Systematic Skill Builder (SSB)

Eastern Parts of Allegheny County, PA. Monroeville, Swissvale, Plum, Shady Side, South Side, Baldwin, Brentwood areas.

ATS is growing and we are looking for SSB’s to join our team!

Are you a DSP that has been working with individuals with Autism? Check out this position!

As an Adult Autism Systematic Skill Builder (SSB), you’ll help individuals grow their independence and confidence—just like spring brings new oppurtunties for new careers. Using evidence-based strategies, you’ll support participants in developing practical skills, from social interactions and daily living needs to advanced abilities like cooking or navigating public transportation. Guided by a personalized Skill Building Plan (SBP), you’ll set meaningful goals and create pathways for progress. Much like a community coming together, you’ll collaborate with professionals, families, friends, and employers to ensure each individual has the support they need to thrive this spring and beyond.

ATS is looking for candidates around Swissvale, Pa area who are available part time. You will then be able to grow into full-time over time.

What are the benefits of working with Achieving True Self?

  • We offer bi-weekly, competitive pay, along with paid time off, and floating holidays for those who qualify.
  • We offer medical, dental, vision, and retirement options, as well as supplemental insurance and short term disability plans for those who qualify.
  • We offer an entirely free and confidential employee assistance program that gives you access to mental health, financial health, legal services, and wellness benefits that can be used for you and your family. This includes a discount program too, like pet insurance.
  • Performance reviews conducted with supervisors to foster professional development.
  • We “Hire to Retire” providing you with the tools necessary to grow with Achieving True Self. Tuition discounts, college and university partnerships, and continued education and supervision opportunities for those who want to go back for continued education.
  • We offer paid training for Systematic Skill Development and also specific training for Systematic Skill Building Services for people with autism spectrum disorders provided upon hire.
  • We celebrate differences and thrive on diversity. We are committed to an inclusive-company culture, where team members can thrive and feel valued.
  • We provide the technology (iPad or Chromebook) to record your data during sessions.
  • Travel time reimbursement; included in your total weekly hours.
  • Considerate client matching based on your location and your availability.

The best perk we can offer is to provide you with a chance to make a difference in the lives of our participants while working with talented and dedicated people who love what they do.

  • What are the minimum qualifications needed to become a Systematic Skill Building Specialist?
  • Education: A Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) in Social Work, Psychology or Education, OR a BA/BS in a human services field related to Social Work, Psychology or Education, OR at least a BA/BS in another field AND 3 years experience directly supporting individuals with ASD in the community.
  • Experience: At least one year of providing direct service to adults on the autism spectrum. Direct service within the Adult Autism Waiver is preferred, but not required. Experience working with Applied Behavior Analysis is a plus.
  • Driver’s License: Must possess a valid PA Drivers’ License, reliable vehicle in order to transport clients, and possess proof of valid automobile insurance upon hire.
  • Certification: Complete required training developed by the Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations (BSASP) for Systematic Skill Development and also specific training for Systematic Skill Building Services for people with autism spectrum disorders (provided upon hire).
  • Clearances: FBI Criminal History, PA Child Abuse History (Act 33) and PA Criminal History (Act 34) clearances are required.
  • Comfort using technology: Proficient in Google Workspace, Microsoft 360, experience working in Electronic Medical Records system.

What are the core responsibilities of a SSB?

  • Evaluate the participant’s abilities and learning style that is related to goals in the Individualized Service Plan (ISP).
  • Develop SBP within 60 days of authorization to address objectives.
  • Use principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to develop adaptive skills and promote consistency of instructional methods across environments.
  • Upon completion of the initial SBP, meets with the participant, family, Supports Coordinator (SC), and other providers to ensure all parties understand the SBP, how to implement it, how to collect necessary data for evaluating effectiveness, and the importance of its consistent application.
  • Support and consult with the participant to help them understand the purpose, objectives, methods, and documentation of the SBP and review recommended revisions.
  • Directly interact and observe the participant to evaluate progress and the need to revise the SBP or its objectives.
  • Overlap with paired service providers to observe strength of interventions and ensure proper implementation of SBP.
  • Support family members, friends, waiver providers, other support providers, and employers to help them understand the purpose, objectives, methods, and documentation of the SBP and to understand any revisions that have been made to the plan which have previously been agreed upon with the participant.
  • Monitor and analyze data collected during implementation of the SBP based on the goals of the SBP.
  • Modify and revise the SBP.
  • Complete all necessary documentation associated with hours billed.
  • Maintain eligibility for direct services through participation in essential training programs and supervision as needed.
  • Transport clients to/from work, home, project sites, or scheduled service locations on an as needed basis.
  • Be a steward of ATS’s mission, vision, values, and beliefs.
  • Performs additional duties as assigned.

Who is ATS, and what is our Mission?

Achieving True Self is passionately cultivating and inspiring growth through the delivery of evidenced based treatment to assist individuals, families, organizations and their surrounding communities to achieve their self-defined goals. Through a supportive organizational culture focused on developing and retaining team members, we are determined to change the world by instilling hope and helping each person whose life we touch achieve their truest self.

People matter. A concept so simply stated, yet powerfully embraced.

Achieving True Self is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that celebrates differences and thrives on diversity. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against because of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or factors and characteristics prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

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Achieving True Self is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, or a related field, or a degree in another field with 3 years of ASD experience. Must have at least one year of direct service experience with adults on the autism spectrum and a valid PA Driver's License with a reliable vehicle.

  • bachelor degree
  • Case Management
  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Behavioral Intervention
  • Microsoft 360
  • Data Collection
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Patient Observation
  • Client Transport
  • Google Workspace
  • Instructional Methods
  • Skill Building Planning

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Medical insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Wellness benefits
  • Retirement options
  • Supplemental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Mental health services
  • Pet insurance
  • Floating holidays
  • Legal services
  • Tuition discounts
  • Discount program
  • Short term disability plans
  • College and university partnerships
  • Travel time reimbursement
  • Bi-weekly competitive pay
  • Financial health services
  • Professional development reviews
  • Continued education and supervision opportunities
  • Technology provision (iPad or Chromebook)

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Swissvale, Pennsylvania
Posted
Jun 5, 2026
Closes
Sep 3, 2026
Application
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Achieving True Self

Achieving True Self provides treatment and consultation services to individuals, families and their surrounding communities (schools, organizations) impacted by one or more behavioral health diagnoses, including those affected by an autism spectrum disorder in Maryland,...

Salary listed on 6 jobs
IndustryIndividual and Family Services
TypePrivately Held
Size51-200 employees
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