Autism Support Specialist - 1.1 Youth Services

Maxim Healthcare • Biddeford, ME • 1h ago

Autism Support Specialist - 1:1 Youth Services (Entry Level - Training Provided!)

Hourly Pay: $24-27

Hours: Afternoon/evening; part-time

At Maxim Healthcare, we provide high-quality in-home and community support services for children under 21. Our mission is to help every child reach their fullest potential through compassionate care, personalized support, and a team that truly puts families first.

Join a team committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children with autism and their families. No previous experience required-just a high school diploma and a passion for helping others. We provide all the training you need to succeed.

Why Join Maxim

Competitive pay + weekly paychecks

Flexible scheduling

Referral bonus program

PTO/Bonus potential

Paid BHP Certification Training (we invest in you!)

What You'll Do

Support the health, wellness, and safety of the child

Encourage and assist with goals related to daily living skills (healthy habits, personal care, independence)

Help children build safe and appropriate peer and adult relationships

Teach skills that improve self-awareness, social awareness, and community integration

Maintain accurate and compliant documentation of progress and behaviors

Implement behavior support strategies as outlined in the treatment plan

Report suspected abuse or neglect promptly and appropriately

Use evidence-based techniques such as prompting, modeling, instruction, and reinforcement

Provide transportation as needed for appointments and community activities

Encourage communication, decision-making, confidence, and access to needed services

What You Need

Must be at least 18 years old

High school diploma or equivalent required

English proficiency

Current CPR card

Current health screening (per state requirements)

Ability to complete the Maine BHP Certificate within 1 year of hire (Maxim provides paid training)

Maxim Benefits:

Health and Wellness Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement and Financial Security: Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits

Lifestyle Benefits: Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Maxim Healthcare

Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare, Inc. ("Maxim") is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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