Enrichment Support Specialist

SUMMARY:The Enrichment Support Specialist supports adults with autism or developmental disabilities in a day program setting. This role includes helping with daily living tasks, encouraging social interaction, and guiding activities that promote independence and personal growth.JOB DUTIES:Supervise and/or assist clients with dressing, grooming, and hygieneAssist with daily living activitiesAssist clients during lunch and snack, including food preparation and cleanupSocialize with clients and help them access peer interactions and engagementUse verbal praise and behavior reinforcementMonitor the safety of clients on campus and during field tripsProvide individualized assistance during all program activitiesAssist with daily activities, projects, and workshops, and encourage participant communication and independenceComplete related paperwork and documentation, including daily dataAssist with assessments periodicallyPerforms other reasonable related duties as assignedPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:In the course of performing this job, the incumbent typically spends time standing, walking on sloped/hilly areas of campus, carrying, driving, lifting (up to 50 pounds), listening, speaking, reaching, writing, and participating in restraint procedures.QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or GEDBachelor’s degree preferredPrior experience in supporting individuals with autism or developmental disabilities is preferredWork onsite and meet the needs of the clients that they serve.Ability to pass and utilize crisis intervention training within three months of employmentAbility to pass and utilize First Aid and CPR Certification within three months of employmentReliable, caring, and comfortable, helping others build life skillsAble to work as part of a team and communicate clearly in a positive mannerWilling to learn and support the program’s structure and goalsAdapts to change in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.Must fulfill all requirements of employment, including clearance of all required background records (e.g. Department of Justice, Child Abuse, California Community Care Licensing, County Sanction List, etc.), professional, physical examination, and drug testing #J-18808-Ljbffr Haynes Family Of Programs Inc