Organization Profile: Hawthorne Foundation Inc. serves children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. Our educational, vocational and life skills programs are only a few of the programs available. We also offer parent training, recreational activities and crisis intervention. Vision Statement: To be a regional leader in advancing opportunities for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities through innovative instruction and support grounded in applied behavior analysis and person-centered practices. Mission Statement: Advancing opportunities for people with autism and other developmental disabilities through person-centered, evidence-based practices that strengthen skills, promote autonomy, and support meaningful participation in their communities. Day Habilitation Program Counselor • Qualifications • High School Diploma or GED required • Work experience in driving routes. • Experience with driving children or adults with developmental disabilities preferred • Sensitivity to the needs of all consumers • Certification by the Department of Motor Vehicle, State of New York as to an acceptable driving record and valid driving credentials- valid driver's license • Strong command of verbal and written communication (English) • Approval, without restrictions, by the facility’s insurance • Counselor • Responsible for implantation and collection of data of daily and weekly programs as assigned by Specialist for each consumer in assigned group • Assists in any clerical work (i.e. daily attendance, requisitions, trip lists, graphing data) C. Implements weekly and daily programs to assist each consumer in attaining their individual goals • Documents consumers progress in increase and decrease programs on a daily basis (collects and graphs data) • Responsible for participating in behavior analysis training program • Specific Responsibilities • Directly responsible for transporting consumers as assigned by Transportation Coordinator • Responsible for transporting consumers from home to day program, and home again in safe, efficient manner • Responsible for driving consumers on all planned trips to community outings. • Promotes the safety and well being of adults and staff while transporting • Oversees all maintenance responsibilities for Day Habilitation vehicle(s) as assigned: -makes sure vehicle registration, inspection and insurance are current and necessary sticker, copies are on/in vehicle -First Aid and Roadside Assistance kits in vehicle(s) and properly stocked -remove any garbage from vehicle following each trip, clean any soiling (vomit, spills etc.) -once a week, or more often if necessary, wash outside vehicle, wash all seats, interior walls, dashboard, railing and interior windows of vehicle(s) • Inspect vehicle before first scheduled departure and complete a Daily Vehicle Inspection Sheet and hand in to the Transportation Coordinator • Ensures Day Habilitation vehicles are in safe, operable, clean condition by ensuring proper maintenance. • Complete and submit daily, weekly and monthly reports in a timely manner. • Assist with training new drivers. • Assists in training new driving staff on Agency Vehicle Policy & Procedures • Implements on-going preventative maintenance programs on agency vehicles • Attends on-going vehicle safety education/training • Coordinate the vehicle(s) repairs/maintenance visits with Transportation Coordinator and Repair Shop. 5. General Responsibilities • Participates in training sessions and in-service meetings • Insures that program areas are kept in order • Assumes additional responsibility when assigned to maintain the quality of care for all individuals • Follows established Hawthorne Foundation Inc. policies and procedures • Participates in all recreational programs • Assures the health, safety and welfare of all individuals • Assumes additional responsibilities as assigned • Physical Responsibilities • Sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and moving intermittently during work hours • Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position • Must possess sight and hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of the position can be fully met • Must function independently, have personal integrity, be flexible and able to work effectively with other personnel • Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability #ZR