Programs at Benhaven
Programs at Benhaven
- Mentor / Support Staff Work with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Current openings include: Shelton, Wallingford, New Haven, and North Guilford.
- Social / Life Skills Coach Benhaven is looking to hire a full-time or part-time social/life skills coach. This position involves intensive work in the community, with high functioning individuals that have an autism spectrum disorder. Potential candidates need to have a college degree, have a valid Driver’s License and a clean driving record, the ability to work independently the ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in a crisis. Job responsibilities would include but not limited to: • Training individuals on how to acquire the skills needed to perform specific tasks, work routine, and personal life activities that are critical to a successful career path. • Teaching the individual independent job skills, requirements utilizing job task analysis, and job-specific supports. • Work side by side with individuals at the job site, analyzing the job requirements and breaking it into manageable components that can be taught to the individual. • Assisting the individual on a college campus. • Cultivating a support network between the individual and community members. • Communicating individual’s progress to the employer and support people, including family, staff and other professionals. • Driving individuals in the applicant's own car. • Accurately complete all documentation. Applicants must display a positive attitude, high level of energy and enthusiasm in supporting the individuals learning.
- Paraprofessional Teaching Assistant Teaching assistants are enthusiastic individuals who work with students with autism. We offer comprehensive training and ongoing support on how to work effectively with high-needs students who range from ages 5 to 21.
