General ResponsibilitiesThe Overnight Residential Aide (ON-RA) in the Children's RTF Department is responsible for providing instruction to assigned individuals in their assigned setting to promote intellectual, emotional and social growth. The Res Aide will assist in implementing individualized programs that are appropriate to the ages and populations served specifically children, adolescents, and young adults with autism, intellectual / developmental disabilities and acquired brain injury. The ON-RA will typically be assigned to a home but may be required to work with individuals from other homes, as assigned by supervisors. This is an awake position, primary responsibilities include, maintain overnight Levels of Supervision and domestic house responsibilities.Populations served are intensely physically challenging. The (ON-RA) position requires that staff be aware that individuals who are served may exhibit aggressive and / or self-injurious behavior. This requires the Overnight Residential Assistant to be constantly alert and ready to respond to the individual’s needs according to effective behavior analytic interventions.Residential Aides in the Children's RTF department work 4 night shifts 11:00 pm-9:00 am. Full time positions available.Starting Rate: $18.00/hour (+) based on years of experienceBasic QualificationsEducation/Training: High School Diploma requiredCertifications/Licensure: Must meet the minimum age requirement of twenty-one (21) years old. Successful completion of employer provided certification in CPR, First Aid and Crisis Intervention. Medication Administration certification may be required based on assigned home.Skill(s): Working knowledge of Windows Operating Systems and Microsoft Office. Possess strong teaching skills with emphasis on individuals who are emotionally, behaviorally, physically and/or developmentally challenged. Ability to implement function based interventions for the reduction of challenging behaviors. Experience in the principles and application of Applied Behavior Analysis. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills are assets.Experience: Prefer at least one (1) year experience with specialized populations.
