Job Description

Family Consultant

Compensation: $85,000-$90,000 per year

Job Type: Full Time

Work Schedule: ( flexible as needed to accommodate families )

Working Conditions: Hybrid with remote work and in -person visits.

Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

About the Role:

The Adult Life Planner for the Home and Community-Based Services Waiver (HCBSW) for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder at EveryDay We Care, LLC supports youth and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families during the transition to adulthood. This role works collaboratively with the person supported, their family, and the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement person-centered transition plans that promote progress toward post-secondary education, employment, independent living, and meaningful community involvement.

As a Family Consultant, you will:

• Conduct initial and ongoing person-centered planning meetings with people supported and their families to identify strengths, interests, goals, preferences, and needed supports.
• Facilitate quarterly plan reviews to evaluate progress, incorporate family and participant input, and ensure continued alignment with personal goals.
• Guide people supported and their families through the transition from school-based services to adult service systems, addressing critical areas such as housing, transportation, healthcare, and income supports.
• Provide or coordinate independent living skills instruction.
• Encourage and facilitate the development of natural supports and peer relationships, emphasizing inclusive, community-based engagement.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Educate and coach families on strategies to reinforce independence, skill development, and self-advocacy at home and in the community.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of assessments, plans, interventions, and service contacts in accordance with COMAR 10.09.56 and EveryDay We Care, LLC policies.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification (one of the following required):

• Master’s degree in Human Services, Special Education, Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, and 5+ years of experience of providing consultation or training related to supporting adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or developmental disabilities or the following valid license/certification such as:
• Licensed Psychologist
• Licensed or Certified School Psychologist
• Licensed Social Worker
• Licensed Professional Counselor
• Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
• Licensed Nurse Psychotherapist
• Occupational Therapist
• Speech-Language Pathologist
• Certified Special Educator
• BCBA

Additional Requirements:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and respond to crisis situations or urgent needs, including participation in the program’s on-call rotation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with HIPAA and EveryDay We Care, LLC policies.
• Successful completion of required background checks, including criminal history screening and professional/personal reference verification.
• Compliance with drug testing requirements, where applicable.
• Employment is contingent upon meeting federal and state health and vaccination requirements, and verification of being free from communicable disease (e.g., TB screening or physician documentation).

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• AD&D insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Loan forgiveness
• Referral program

EveryDay We Care, LLC. is committed to equal employment opportunity and to compliance with federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination. EveryDay We Care, LLC. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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