Senior Community Support Companion
Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis
Senior Community Support Companion
Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis
Advances non-aversive, person-centered behavior support
Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis · Culver City, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-22
Salary: USD 44,000–48,000
Workplace: on_site
Department: SCIP Supported Living Services
Work for The Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis (IABA) and make an impact in the community of Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
Are you a compassionate, people-oriented person who wants a rewarding opportunity to support adults with autism or other developmental disabilities? We would love you to join our Supported Living Services team! As a Sr. Community Support Companion, you will have more than just a job - you will have the opportunity to directly impact someone’s life for the better! You will work with individuals in their own homes and surrounding communities. As a Sr. Community Support Companion, you will hire, train and supervise employees who teach and assist clients in building skills necessary to live independently in their own homes. You will oversee Supported Living Services that are provided in the individual's home and in varied community settings in Los Angeles county (Torrance, Culver City, Brentwood, Koreatown, West LA)
What is Supported Living?
Your daily routine can include:
Facilitating meaningful community connections
Having fun!
Other duties
Writing Individual Support Plan reports, coordination and arrangement of site scheduling, substitute coverage, hands-on training to Companions working with new individuals, compiling client data, assist new individual set-up for his or her apt and/or services to be provided
On-Call Responsibilities: Be available to provide guidance by phone when needed and, in an emergency, respond to the job site.
In the event of an emergency, the Senior is required to provide protection to the individual. This may include administering First Aid or CPR and telephoning 911 in the event of an emergency.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Additional Details:
Flexible Full Time and Part Time Schedules
Must be available to work one weekend day (either Saturday or Sunday)
Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent, plus at least two years of training and experience providing support services to individuals with physical or developmental disabilities; OR an associate degree in psychology or a related field.
Bilingual Skills: Fluency in both Spanish and English, with the ability to communicate professionally in both languages.
Required Certifications and Qualifications
Why Join Us?
Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact by empowering individuals, celebrating their abilities, and supporting their independence. Your compassion, bilingual communication skills, and commitment to quality care can help create positive experiences and lasting connections every day.
Ready to make a difference? Apply today and bring your skills, heart, and dedication to our team!
What we offer you:
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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.
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