1-to-1 Support Partner - San Fernando Valley, United States - Partner Project

Description

Seeking open-minded, dependable, and ambitious professionals with the confidence to support a young autistic man with complex support needs living in the West San Fernando Valley.

A message from this young man:

• This is a unique opportunity to learn from and contribute to a highly-skilled team that supports me in a neurodiversity-affirming way. While my support needs are high and complex, access to my preferred method of communication, supported by trained and trusted partners, allows me to lead a self-directed life of my design. My current movement and nervous system regulation challenges make navigating life very difficult, but the right support partners can help me access many activities that I enjoy when opportunities are present, such as a long walk (or run) or drive._

General job description:

As a member of this team you will play a key role in supporting the well-being of your client and helping him to live a meaningful life.

You will be providing support to assist with all aspects of his day at home and in the community which may include the following:

• Assisting with transitions between locations and activities
• Implementing planned exercises and activities
• Looking for opportunities to allow for independent initiation and followthrough with activities
• Supporting communication and regulation
• Handson personal care
• Preparing meals and snacks
• Maintaining a clean and orderly environment
• Monitoring medication
• Providing transportation
• Running errands
• Collaborating with family members and support staff to provide regular updates on the client's needs and status.

While these are common areas of responsibility, support needs may shift from day to day based on the client's needs and preferences.

Training provided.


Key qualities:

• Proactive and able to take initiative
• Able to remain engaged during periods of inactivity and high activity alike
• Able to provide highlevel support and remain calm during various states of regulation
• Active and able to support and participate in physical exercises and activities
• Motivated to learn and to challenge preconceived notions about supporting autistic people.

You will be working consistently and closely with a bright and interesting young man.

As such, it is not only important to be able to meet and support his basic needs, but to have an interest in building a positive and trusting relationship with him.

The ability to work collaboratively with the client, family and team is essential to success in this position.


Compensation:

- $24-27/hour (based on experience and skill level); with opportunities for continued training and pay increase - timesheets processed through payroll agency and taxes withheld

• Paid orientation and training
• Professional growth and development opportunities.

Hours:

- part-time (20 to 30 hours per week) positions available

• Afternoon/Evening, Overnight and Weekend shifts available

Requirements:

• Reliable transportation and clean driving record (confirmed by DMV check)
• Must be willing to submit background check
• Comfortable with following requested COVID or other medical protocols

Other helpful qualifications

• Experience supporting complex movement, regulation and communication needs/AAC
• Familiarity with autism and/or disability
• Familiarity with catatonia
• Have a background in psychology, OT/PT and/or healing arts professions
• Lead an active lifestyle

Job Type:
Part-time


Pay:
$ $27.00 per hour


Expected hours:
per week


Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Rotating weekends

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (preferred)
• Overnight Shift (preferred)
• Day Shift (preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• San Fernando Valley, CA: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person