Home Based Companion for Adult with Autism
National Care Advisors
Location
Newport Beach, California
Salary
$38 / HOUR
Quick overview
Provide direct companion care for an adult with autism using a strength-based and psychosocial approach. Implement positive behavior support strategies to manage challenging behaviors while maintaining a supportive partnership with the client and family.
Requirements summary
A minimum of a bachelor's degree in a related field such as psychology, education, or social work is required, with at least two years of experience. Candidates must reside in Orange County and possess a valid driver's license and a vehicle.
Job description
A bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred in special education or mental health-related fields, with at least two years of experience.
Location: South Orange County, CA
A family is looking for part-time direct companion care for a 34-year-old adult male with autism.
Skills: · Experience with Autistic Adults
· Psychosocial approach for the plan of care VS a behavioral approach.
· Clinical judgment with a strength-based approach to adjust techniques according to the client’s needs.
· Employ positive behavior support strategies to reduce the occurrence of challenging behavior.
· Supportive partnership with client and family. Maintain professionalism and uphold confidentiality and respect.
· Flexible work availability, 2 to 3 times a week, for 4-hour shifts.
If you have had experience with any of the following fields, you are encouraged to apply:
Care for adults with autism or direct care for mental health clients.
The qualifications include a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a related field, such as psychology, education, social work, or other relevant disciplines. Additional requirements are flexibility, residency in Orange County, and possession of a valid driver’s license and a vehicle.
Pay
From $38.00 per hour
Expected hours
8 to 12 hours a week.
