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Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis

Advances non-aversive, person-centered behavior support

Employment Specialist for Adults with Developmental Disabilities

Residential & Direct SupportConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeGarden Grove, CA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • A reliable vehicle, valid California driver’s license, insurance, and a clean driving record are required.
  • Must be comfortable driving clients in a personal vehicle.
  • CPR and First Aid certification must be obtained within two weeks of hire.
  • A negative tuberculosis test result is required.
  • ACRE training must be completed within the first year of employment.
  • Must be able to physically assist clients as needed.
  • Must be able to provide personal care, including restroom assistance, diaper changing, wheelchair assistance, and activities of daily living.
  • Must successfully complete and pass all required training coursework, assessments, and competency requirements within the first year.

Responsibilities

  • Support adults with autism and intellectual/developmental disabilities in community-based settings.
  • Assist individuals in finding and maintaining employment, volunteer opportunities, and community involvement.
  • Teach independent living, social, and workplace skills.
  • Provide transportation using a personal vehicle and support public transit training.
  • Help individuals build confidence, independence, and meaningful relationships within their communities.
  • Implement behavior support strategies to reduce challenging behaviors, address aggression safely and professionally, and help individuals develop adaptive skills that increase independence and quality of life.
  • Create a positive, supportive environment that promotes personal growth and success.
  • Provide unsupervised direct support in home, school, and community settings; implement behavior plans, manage behavioral escalations, assist with daily living needs, enter private residences, and access confidential health and personal information.

Desired Qualifications

  • Prior experience in applied behavior analysis or human services is a plus.
  • Experience as a direct support professional, behavior interventionist, behavior technician, caregiver, independent living skills trainer, or job coach is encouraged.

About the Company

Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis

Advances non-aversive, person-centered behavior support

The Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis focuses on improving how professionals support people with challenging behavior by promoting non-aversive, person-centered approaches. It provides guidance and resources to help practitioners design and implement positive behavior support plans that emphasize safety, dignity, and individualized supports. The work centers on applying behavior analytic methods to reduce challenging behavior without punishment, using proactive strategies, function-based interventions, and data-driven decision making. Compared with others in the field, the institute differentiates itself by explicitly prioritizing non-aversive, person-centered practices and practical resources for real-world application, rather than relying on punitive or coercive methods. The goal is to advance ethical, effective, and humane support for individuals with challenging behavior, helping them participate more fully in daily life and achieve better quality of life.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Los Angeles, CA
Founded
1981

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