Position Summary
This position is a parttime position with the TEACCH Autism Program located at the Carolina Living and Learning Center ( CLLC ). Our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) work directly with our autistic residents with higher support needs. DSPs are charged with assisting our residents to live as fully and as independently as possible. They are not merely caregivers; they provide whatever support is necessary for our residents to thrive.
Required Qualifications Competencies And Experience
Since this position is a direct care staff member who works with autistic adults with higher support needs individuals in this position must have the highest standards for ethical care of this vulnerable population demonstrating integrity reliability and a deep commitment to maintaining the best possible quality of life for our residents. This position also requires the skill and desire to work well as part of a team the demonstrated capacity to give and receive clear communication and the emotional maturity to benefit from constructive feedback. We will provide the necessary training specific to our context so that the staff member becomes competent in personcentered care and the daytoday implementation of the TEACCH model.
Preferred Qualifications Competencies And Experience
Professional and/or caregiving experience with autistic disabled and/or senior adults is preferred. The ideal candidate has experience with both autism and dementia
Work Schedule
TBD
Required Experience:
Staff IC