Hope Alive Day Services Facilitator in Woodruff, South Carolina at Project Hope Foundation

Location: Woodruff Campus
Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Starting at $18.00/hour, based on experience

Make a Difference in the Lives of Adults with Autism

Project Hope Foundation (PHF) is seeking a dedicated and energetic Hope Alive Day Services Faciliator to support adults (18+) with autism in building independence, social connection, and vocational skills. In this role, you will facilitate structured group programming, implement individualized support plans, and apply ABA principles in creative and meaningful ways across community and campus-based settings. If you enjoy hands-on engagement, group facilitation, and making a tangible impact in the lives of others, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

About Hope Alive

Hope Alive is PHF’s adult services program focused on empowering individuals with autism to develop adaptive living skills, communication skills, social skills, and vocational abilities while fostering meaningful community inclusion.

At PHF, our mission is to provide a lifespan of services for the autism community through programs that:

• Help families
• Open minds
• Promote inclusion
• Expand potential

What You'll Do

• Facilitate group-based learning opportunities
• Implement individualized support plans for adult clients
• Teach adaptive, social, communication, and vocational skills
• Apply ABA principles creatively across various settings

• Complete required documentation in accordance with SC DDSN guidelines
• Collect and enter behavioral and skills-based data in CentralReach
• Maintain compliance with program directives and documentation standards

• Work closely with BCBAs, the Employment Coordinator, and program leadership
• Provide input on individualized goals and teaching procedures
• Communicate effectively with families and interdisciplinary team members

• Plan and support structured community outings
• Transport clients to locations in Woodruff, Greenville, and Spartanburg
• Represent PHF at community and public relations events as needed
  

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• College degree preferred

• Strong ABA background required
• Experience working with adults with autism preferred

• Valid driver’s license
• RBT certification or willingness to obtain through PHF
• Safety-Care certification or willingness to obtain
• Current BLS First Aid/AED certification
• Ability to pass physical exam for client transportation
• Clear criminal background check and TB test

Key Skills and Strengths

• Ability to apply ABA principles creatively in diverse environments
• Strong group facilitation skills (supporting 4–8 adults at a time)
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Effective problem-solving and crisis management skills
• Proficiency or willingness to learn data collection platforms (CentralReach, Podio, Google Suite)
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Active engagement in group and community settings
• Ability to transport clients in company-owned vehicles
• Ability to perform Safety-Care crisis intervention techniques
• Comfortable working in community-based environments

Why Join Project Hope Foundation?

• Mission-driven work that changes lives
• Supportive interdisciplinary team environment
• Professional development and certification opportunities
• Structured weekday schedule (no weekends)
• Competitive hourly pay

Equal Opportunity Employer

Project Hope Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of age, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.