Certified Nurse Assistant/Caregiver

About our organization: Personal Home Care of Atlanta is a family-owned and operated business with over 20 years of experience practicing medicine and caring for our client's loved one's as if they were our own.

DESCRIPTION of the position:

The Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) or Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) works directly with children with disabilities, to provide in-home care and support. Behavior Support Aides Service delivery includes structured tasks that consist of a comprehensive functional behavioral assessment of challenging behavior(s).

LOCATION: Sharpsburg, GA

Schedule: Wednesday 4:00pm - 9:00pm / Saturday 10:00am - 6:00pm / Sundays 10:00am - 6:00pm / PRN

RESPONSIBILITIES of the Job:

Implement 1:1 behavioral intervention program for children with autism in their homes.
Assist and encourage with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
Observe and record a child's behaviors through data input into an electronic device and log hours and data accurately.
Communicate with supervisory staff
Be responsive to the needs and requests of clients, their families, and supervisors.
Be goal-oriented and maintain professionalism in all aspects of your work.
Complete daily session notes in a timely and thorough manner
Attend and participate in additional trainings or meetings.
Arrive on time and be prepared for therapy sessions.

REQUIREMENTS of the job:

Must have a minimum of 1 full year of CNA experience
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) is preferred
Previous experience working with children with autism or other developmental disabilities is a plus
Previous experience with tonic and focal seizure patients is a plus
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to follow instructions and implement behavior intervention plans accurately
Patience, empathy, and a genuine interest in helping individuals with special needs
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
Reliable transportation to travel to client locations as needed