Looking for energetic, creative and adaptable people to work with a 23 year old young woman with autism in a respectful, fun home program based on the Son-Rise/Option model. www.autismtreatmentcenter.org. Experience with children/young adults a plus. Will train.

Qualities needed:
*Nonjudgmental, *Patient, *Organized, *Authentic, *Compassionate, *Willing to Learn and Grow.

Responsibilities include:
*Seeing opportunities for learning in many life situations

*Creatively introducing a variety of activities
*Help with preparation and set up for meals

*Helping her get dressed

*Helping with hygiene: including bath and teeth brushing

*Helping my daughter develop meaningful socially interactive relationships
*Driving her to and from appointments
*Taking her on outings
*Maintaining a clean environment

About my daughter:
She is a loving, intelligent, relationship oriented young woman who likes people. She has humor, is interested in many things, and is very present to the moment. Her speech is limited, but expanding. She is challenged with Autism, Lyme’s Disease, GI issues, and has episodes of physical pain that can sometimes elicit agitation. We have developed very effective ways of helping her handle her feelings and reactions in a productive and safe manner. You will receive excellent training in these methods.

Positions open 24/7. 9-40 hours a week: shifts are days, evenings and nights.
Hours can be flexible.

One year commitment minimum.
Pay: training/starting rate $11-$15 per hour (pay commensurate with experience)

Clean DMV, own car, No cigarettes. CPR certified, or willing to become certified.

Respond with cover letter and resume to Gaila Newburg (gnewburg@comcast.net).