3rd Shift - Autism Mental Health Tech (Supported Living) - Full-time / Part-time

e preventative care/liliGenerous paid time off and holidays/lili50% tuition reduction at Case Western Reserve University for the MSW program/liliDefined benefit pension plan/lili403(b) retirement plan/liliPet insurance/liliEmployer paid life insurance and long-term disability/liliEmployee Assistance Program/liliSupport for continuing education and credential renewal/liliAncillary benefits including: dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness/liliFlexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care/li/ulpubQualifications:/b/u/pulli style="text-align:justify;"Bachelor#8217;s Degree in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education or related field preferred. High School Diploma required./liliSensitivity in relating to persons of varying backgrounds and demonstrate ability to work with diverse groups of people possessing various strengths, aptitudes and abilities./liliAbility to perform job responsibilities with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment/liliMust be at least 20#160;years old in order to apply/liliExperience working with individuals with ASD adults and their families preferred.#160; Experience in the realm of vocational training preferred./li/ulpustrongAgency Summary:/strong/ubrbrLifeworks is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring that individuals with autism lead healthy and enriched lives by providing essential clinical services across the lifespan.#160;Founded in 2013, Lifeworks provides residential, vocational, and educational opportunities for adults throughout Northeast Ohio with a diagnosis of autism. Among its array of services, the agency offers behavioral health and Applied Behavior Analytic services for individuals of all ages who are on the spectrum.brbrstrong**There are part-time and full-time schedules available.**/strong/ppustrongPosition Summary:/strong/u/ppLifeworks is currently hiring a 3rd shift Autism amp; Mental Health Technician to be a part of our growing and dynamic team! As the Autism amp; Mental Health Technician, you will work in homes, vocational settings, and broader communities to positively impact the lives of adults with Autism. At Lifeworks, you will gain an immersive clinical experience working alongside professionals who strive daily to address the neurodevelopmental and mental health symptoms of service recipients./ppFor professionals seeking a fulfilling and challenging work experience that will propel them toward an career in healthcare, psychology, behavior analysis, psychiatry, social work, counseling, education, nursing, public health, speech, occupational, or physical therapy, the Autism amp; Mental Health Technician role may be a great fit./ppAt Lifeworks, we offer paid training as well as opportunities for you to advance your career through direct mentorship, flexible hours, and great field work experience. We also offer supervision hours for BCBA and BCaBA candidates./ppubResponsibilities Include:/b/u/pulliProvide managed care, support and training for consumers in the areas of vocation, functional daily living skills, community integration, communication, social skills and general wellness./liliAssure the safety and well-being of each individual while promoting independence and respecting each individual#8217;s choices, needs and rights./liliPlan and organize daily activities to optimize programming for consumers./liliAid in the management and modeling of socially acceptable alternatives to negative and destructive behavior./liliProtect consumers from physical and emotional harm emanating from themselves, others or the environment./liliProperly handle emergencies such as injuries and acting-out situations./liliRole model pro-social, mediation and self-management skills./li/ul
pbuBenefits and Salary:/u/bbrbrThe starting salary for this position is#160;$19 per hour.brbrAt Lifeworks, we prioritize our employees and their wellbeing. We provide competitive benefit options to our employees and their families, including domestic partners and pets.brbrOur offerings include:/pulliComprehensive health and Rx plans, including a zero-cost option./liliWellness program including free preventative care/liliGenerous paid time off and holidays/lili50% tuition reduction at Case Western Reserve University for the MSW program/liliDefined benefit pension plan/lili403(b) retirement plan/liliPet insurance/liliEmployer paid life insurance and long-term disability/liliEmployee Assistance Program/liliSupport for continuing education and credential renewal/liliAncillary benefits including: dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness/liliFlexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care/li/ulpubQualifications:/b/u/pulli style="text-align:justify;"Bachelor#8217;s Degree in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education or related field preferred. High School Diploma required./liliSensitivity in relating to persons of varying backgrounds and demonstrate ability to work with diverse groups of people possessing various strengths, aptitudes and abilities./liliAbility to perform job responsibilities with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment/liliMust be at least 20#160;years old in order to apply/liliExperience working with individuals with ASD adults and their families preferred.#160; Experience in the realm of vocational training preferred./li/ulpustrongAgency Summary:/strong/ubrbrLifeworks is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring that individuals with autism lead healthy and enriched lives by providing essential clinical services across the lifespan.#160;Founded in 2013, Lifeworks provides residential, vocational, and educational opportunities for adults throughout Northeast Ohio with a diagnosis of autism. Among its array of services, the agency offers behavioral health and Applied Behavior Analytic services for individuals of all ages who are on the spectrum.brbrstrong**There are part-time and full-time schedules available.**/strong/ppustrongPosition Summary:/strong/u/ppLifeworks is currently hiring a 3rd shift Autism amp; Mental Health Technician to be a part of our growing and dynamic team! As the Autism amp; Mental Health Technician, you will work in homes, vocational settings, and broader communities to positively impact the lives of adults with Autism. At Lifeworks, you will gain an immersive clinical experience working alongside professionals who strive daily to address the neurodevelopmental and mental health symptoms of service recipients./ppFor professionals seeking a fulfilling and challenging work experience that will propel them toward an career in healthcare, psychology, behavior analysis, psychiatry, social work, counseling, education, nursing, public health, speech, occupational, or physical therapy, the Autism amp; Mental Health Technician role may be a great fit./ppAt Lifeworks, we offer paid training as well as opportunities for you to advance your career through direct mentorship, flexible hours, and great field work experience. We also offer supervision hours for BCBA and BCaBA candidates./ppubResponsibilities Include:/b/u/pulliProvide managed care, support and training for consumers in the areas of vocation, functional daily living skills, community integration, communication, social skills and general wellness./liliAssure the safety and well-being of each individual while promoting independence and respecting each individual#8217;s choices, needs and rights./liliPlan and organize daily activities to optimize programming for consumers./liliAid in the management and modeling of socially acceptable alternatives to negative and destructive behavior./liliProtect consumers from physical and emotional harm emanating from themselves, others or the environment./liliProperly handle emergencies such as injuries and acting-out situations./liliRole model pro-social, mediation and self-management skills./li/ul