Direct Support Professional for IDD

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States

Updated: 4 months ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 08 Jan 2024

Posting Information
Posting Information


Department TEACCH - CLLC-427480
Career Area Other
Is this an internal only recruitment? Yes
Posting Open Date 12/12/2023
Application Deadline 01/08/2024
Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Human Services Prog Spprt Tech - Advanced
Salary Grade Equivalent GN05
Working Title Direct Support Professional for IDD
Position Number 00051323
Vacancy ID P018473
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment
Hours per week 40
Work Schedule
Work schedule to be determined by supervisor and selected candidate.
Work Location Pittsboro, NC
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $34,434 - $41,866
Pay Band Information
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Position Summary Information


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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The TEACCH Autism Program began in 1972 as a system of university-based regional centers to serve children, adolescents and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families. As part of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the program has an active clinical, teaching, and research program. TEACCH operates seven community regional clinics across the state. Each center offers a set of core services along with unique demonstration programs meeting the needs of individuals with ASD, their families, and professionals across the state of North Carolina. Also, part of TEACCH are the Carolina Living and Learning Center, a residential/vocational training facility for autistic adults as well as an Employment Services program providing Job Coaching and related services to adults on the spectrum.
TEACCH is part of the North Carolina Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) program and faculty are actively involved in student and professional training activities within the state, nation, and across the world. All TEACCH programs are coordinated through a central administration and research unit in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
TEACCH provides clinical services such as diagnostic evaluations, psychotherapy, speech language therapy, and parent support groups. In addition, TEACCH conducts training nationally and internationally and provides consultation for teachers, residential care providers, and other professionals from a variety of disciplines. Research activities include clinical trials intervention and implementation studies.
This position is located at the Carolina Living and Learning Center in Pittsboro, NC.
Position Summary
This position will spend 50% of their time in direct care, providing active treatment to adults with autism across a variety of skill areas (e.g., self-help, communication, social and leisure skills, vocational skills, and positive behavior support) in order to achieve the adults’ maximum well-being and independence. This position will also have leadership responsibilities among the direct care team. They will help to train new staff members, address site-specific problems as they arise during the shift, and plan the evening and weekend activities for the residential program.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
  • Understanding of Autism in adults.
  • Experience with person-centered planning and implementation of positive behavior support plans. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. 
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
  • Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
  •  Knowledge of TEACCH methodologies such as structured teaching strongly preferred. 
  • Leadership skills strongly preferred
Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements Carolina Living and Learning Center, Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, Overtime occasionally, Patient care involved, Valid NC Driver’s License, Weekend work
Special Instructions
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/271356

Contact Information


Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to [email protected]
Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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