Arizona Autism United (AZA United) is a leading nonprofit service organization for children and families affected by autism in and around Maricopa County. We provide a wide range of supports and therapies and are currently expanding locations and programs. As we continue to grow and expand our high-quality services, we need to hire more people who want to make a difference in the lives of families affected by autism.
If you have at least ONE year of experience providing in-home ABA therapy, Habilitation, Respite and/or Attendant Care services for individuals affected by autism and are ready for a leadership role, continue reading...
We are hiring a Field Trainer for Habilitation Services (internally known as DSS Field Trainer ) to support the HCBS/DSS department with matching, monitoring, and training habilitation, respite and attendant care providers while also assisting families with service-related needs.
📍 LOCATION: 30% remote / 10% in office / 60% Client Visits in the East Valley (Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa and/or Maricopa)
🕒 SCHEDULE: 30-40 hours/week, Monday-Friday (Must maintain availability M-F 2pm-6pm)
💰 COMPENSATION: Starting pay range is $22-$25 + Scheduled Raise Program
🏥 BENEFITS: Comprehensive health package, PTO/PST, 12 paid holidays, 401(k), paid parental leave, and more!
Job Duties:
Trainers support our in-home Habilitation and Respite Providers. For this role, we are looking for ONE individual, to work with clients in the East Valley (Mesa) . Part of the job will be conducting home visits to assist families and providers with developing teaching strategies and other supports. All other related work will be done remotely. AZA United will provide all necessary technology to complete your job duties and you will communicate regularly with other trainers and our program director through virtual meeting platforms.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide training and support for Habilitation, Respite & Attendant Care Providers:
Conduct home visits to assist providers with hands-on training and guidance
Help providers understand how to implement goals, establish routines, work with families, complete reports, and conduct other activities to provide effective and compassionate services
Provide additional support via phone, email or virtual meetings as needed
Deliver presentations for new employee orientation and related training classes
Assist providers with obtaining or creating any necessary teaching materials for Habilitation goals
Follow up on compliance items as required by AZA United/DDD/AHCCCS guidelines
Provide support for families receiving DDD services:
Assist with writing appropriate functional outcomes/goals and teaching strategies
Help families prepare for ISP meetings with DDD, and attend if needed
Provide support via phone, email, or home visits to help families receive effective services
Conduct in-home quarterly monitoring visits to maintain compliance with Attendant Care service requirements
Manage administrative tasks and systems to coordinate habilitation and respite services
Help manage data entry for related systems in regard to client goals, ISPs, reports, and related information
Work with supervisors and administrative staff to ensure authorizations, goals, and other elements necessary for service coordination are in place:
Communicate with DDD support coordinators as needed to facilitate services for families and providers
Assist with incident reporting and other related procedures
Submit written reports or related items documenting activities for home visits and communications
Experience & Qualifications:
GED required; Associate's degree OR equivalent years of related work experience preferred
At least 1 year of experience providing home-based habilitation for multiple children/youth with autism; experience with more than one family preferred.
Ability to provide your own transportation to client homes and other service locations (MUST be able to provide proof of…