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Job Title One-on-One In-Home Therapeutic Aides
Location Varies – Out-of-Home Placements
Position Summary
Change Resource and Support Services (CRSS) is seeking compassionate, dependable, and trauma- informed aides to provide individualized support to children and adolescents with behavioral, emotional, and developmental challenges. You will support youth placed in out-of-home care settings, who may require 24-hour coverage (with a maximum of 8-hour shifts per day). The role involves implementing structured behavioral plans, providing emotional support, ensuring safety, and reinforcing therapeutic goals in educational or residential settings.

Key Responsibilites

Provide continuous one-on-one support, supervision, and behavioral guidance based on the individual’s IEP or treatment plan.
Implement and reinforce strategies from behavior intervention plans (BIPs), IEP accommodations, or individualized care plans.
Assist youth with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed, including hygiene, routines, transportation, and meal provision/supervision.
Ensure the physical and emotional safety of the assigned youth at all times.
Manage crises using approved de-escalation techniques and report incidents immediately.

Maintain accurate, timely hourly and daily progress notes, incident reports, and communication logs.
Participate in shift handovers and team meetings to discuss youth progress and support needs.
Communicate professionally with teachers, therapists, caregivers, and team members.

For out-of-home placements: provide support during structured day and night routines, including overnight shifts if scheduled

High School Diploma or GED.
Ability to pass state and federal criminal background checks.
Willingness to undergo and pass pre-employment drug screening.
May require occasional flexibility to work rotating shifts (morning, afternoon, or overnight) including weekends and holidays as needed.
Must have proof of eligibility to work in US.
Must have valid driver’s license.
Desired but not required to have Privately Owned Vehicle (POV) as well as full auto insurance coverage (From time-to-time, you may be required to transport client to an appointment)
Additional Training
Certified Medication Technician (CMT)
Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI)
CPR and First Aid certification
Trauma-Informed Care training
Child Safety
Prior experience working with children/youth with IEPs, behavioral needs, or developmental disabilities.
Experience in residential, school, or clinical support roles.
Candidates without certifications are still encouraged to apply. Training may be provided for qualified individuals.

Patience, empathy, and cultural sensitivity.
Strong observational and communication skills.
Ability to remain calm in high-stress situations.
Ability to follow directions, maintain professional boundaries, and work independently or as part of a team.
Physical ability to engage in active supervision and respond to behavioral incidents (including lifting, standing for long periods, etc.).

Positions are Full-time; limited part-time may be available.
Three Shifts Available: 7 am – 3 pm; 3 pm – 11 pm; 11 pm - 7 am
Shifts are a maximum of 8 hours per day
Pay is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Additional pay may be offered for candidates with CMT/CPI/CPR/FIRST AID certifications

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