Help Needed & Services Offered

If you are looking for specific services for an individual with Autism Spectrum Disorder or their family, you can post it here. If you are a service provider or have special skills that you would like to share with someone in the autism community that can be posted here as well.

Contact us if you are interested in posting an ad whether you are looking for a babysitter, a therapist, a parent to talk to or for someone who may be interested in your services.

Please note that Oakland University is not responsible for nor are we recommending those who may respond to your ad. We are simply providing an avenue for families to find the assistance they need and for professionals to promote their services.

Help Needed

OUCARES General Program Instructor - Part Time

Pay based upon experience and education Job Purpose: Individual needed to lead program groups for children, teens and adults with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Includes supervision of all participants at the program, implementing positive behavior supports when needed, interacting with parents as needed and communicating with the Program Coordinator on a consistent basis. Each class will be delivered on a weekly basis for 1-3 hours for 8 weeks. Participant group size could range from 6-10 participants. Prior experience in facilitating groups for individuals with an Autism Spectrum Disorder is preferred. QUALIFICATIONS: Positive attitude with high energy that has genuine interest and understanding about Autism Spectrum Disorder. Ability to work independently and creatively with little direction from supervisor; Dependable, detailed oriented, organized and punctual; Must be a team player with strong communication skills and flexibility when needed; Degree from a university or college in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Special Education or related field; Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with individuals with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. Please send a resume and cover letter to oucares@oakland.edu if you are interested in opportunities working with OUCARES.

Caregiver Needed
Looking for a caregiver for my mild mannered 24 year old son with autism to work on daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, money management, community outings, etc. as he moves into independent living in Farmington Hills. Hours are flexible. 10-20 hours available. Some certifications are needed but can be completed virtually. $15/hour. If interested please contact me by phone or text 248-821-2957 or email at melanie6801@sbcglobal.net
(Posted 4/19/2021)

Female Caregiver/Companion for Young Adult with Autism Needed
Novi family looking for part-time female caregiver/companion for 23 year old with autism. She is fully verbal and capable of basic self-care. Enjoys hanging out at home, walking, crafts, baking, makeovers, shopping, petting farms, zoo and Barbies. Please call or text 248-890-5485. (Posted 6/28/21)

Job Coaching/General Community Support Needed
Southfield family is looking for job coaching and general community support for their 28 year old son with Autism. Vehicle is provided for community transportation during employment hours. Monday - Thursday up to 6 hours per day. Hours and days are flexible. $20 per hour. (BCBA supervised experience hours can be provided at no cost). If interested please call 248-213-0130. (Posted 6/22/21)

Special Needs Caregiver Needed - Highland
Looking for a part-time caregiver for our 19 year old, non –verbal son with ASD, Developmental Delays & Seizure Disorder in the Highland/Milford area. Need someone who is available to work with him 7-12 hours a week in our home. This will consist of 4-9 hours per week working on community living service/daily living skills goals and 3 hours a week for respite. This position is thru MORC/GT Independence and does require the following provided paid training: CPR/First Aid, Recipient Rights & Blood Borne Pathogens. Days & times are flexible with a likely emphasis on afternoon/evening times or weekends as preferred. Ideal person is familiar with assistive communication devices, experienced with ABA/behavior intervention training & passionate about working with people with disabilities. Application and background check require. Pay rate of $15-$20/hour. Contact Heather at 734-417-9291 or heatheryest@icloud.com (Posted 4/29/21)

Caregiver Needed
Seeking a Direct Caregiver(s) for a 34 year old, higher functioning male adult on the Autism Spectrum with Asperger’s Syndrome providing day support in Grosse Pointe anywhere from 25-40 hours/week. Duties may include: Helping to establish and maintain a structured home environment and establish daily routines; Mentoring life skills such as healthy meal prep, planning, social etiquette, activities of daily independent living, organizing. Overseeing and helping if needed with daily house chores. Monitoring mail and oversee paying bills. Helping with basic finances and spending; Grocery planning and shopping. Some transportation and recreational activities. Overall goal is to help him gain as much independence as possible through proper mentoring/coaching. Staff would need to be wiling to take training (mostly online) through Community Living Services to be a certified caregiver if they haven't already and be able to follow the plan of care. Training hours will be paid once completed and working. If you are interested please contact Lisa at lisamdecker@comcast.net or 586-246-2798 (Posted 6/15/21)

CLS/Respite Worker Needed
We are looking for a caregiver to provide CLS and/or respite for our son who is 11 and has autism. He is very easy going and not difficult to care for. Ideally, we would like to have someone who has experience with ASD, special education, or OT experience or maybe a student working toward a degree in one of these areas. Music therapy experience would be a great bonus! We live in Troy, Big Beaver & Rochester Rd area. The schedule would be flexible 22 hours per week, the hours could be increased later. Call or text 248-515-1841 or email

xinliumatthewpawlicki@hotmail.com (Posted 5/5/21)

Tutor Needed
Tutor needed for children 13 years and 10 years with autism to work on their IEP goals during the summer. 1-2 hours per child per week. They are both verbal and follow directions. For more information please email gayathri.seetharaman@gmail.com (Posted 5/28/21)

Caregiver Needed
Looking for someone to watch my children ages 13 and 10 years on the autism spectrum. All weekdays 9am-12pm during the summer starting June 10 until the end of August. Please email or call for more information. Phone 248-420-1362 or gayathri.seetharaman@gmail.com (Posted 5/28/21)

Caregiver Needed for Twin Boys
Looking for a loving, flexible, kind and patient caregiver for 6 year old twin boys. Both boys are lovable and friendly. The twins enjoy playing with hot wheels monster trucks and cars. The oldest loves electronics and the younger loves Youtube videos and Roblox. Our oldest is autistic and preverbal. He communicates with a few words and a speech device. We do travel for work at times so we are hoping to find a perfect fit for our family who can travel as well, schedule permitting. Previous experience with an autistic child a plus. Must have own transportation and be CPR as well as first aid trained. Non smoker and no pet hair please. P/T 3-4 late afternoons/evenings and Saturdays. Call or text Keia at (313) 800-1159 or email kcfarr72@icloud.com (Posted 6/2/21)

Seeking a female Caregiver for a 22 year old young adult women with autism and epilepsy for Summer and/or beyond
Challenging and rewarding opportunity to support a 22 year old young women with autism and epilepsy who is mostly non verbal and communicates with vocal approximations and AAC. You will be working with a fun and present supportive family and her behavior therapist. Summer leisure activities will include walking/biking in our neighborhood,swimming in the lake, reading books, doing nails, etc. She can do many of these activities by herself but needs lots of prompting and support/companionship. We are looking for someone who is/has: Reliable, trustworthy, caring, intuitive and has a heart to help those who can't always help themselves and need help communicating their needs. Experience working with (or living with) people with autism and/or managing difficult and aggressive behaviors is a big plus. These behaviors can happen 1-2 times a day in between periods of really fun and pleasant times. You will work with family and get training with our behavior specialist on how to manage these behaviors successfully. 3-4 hour shifts several times a week are available to start. Big plus if candidate can continue throughout the year. MORC certification is a plus. If candidate is a match, and wants to continue past the summer, we will help pay to get you certified. (Requires 3 online ceretifications) $20-$25 an hour depending on candidate. Location Commerce Township. Text or call 248-326-4169. (Posted 5/19/21)

Services Offered

Autastic Athletics-- Tennis Program
Groups are forming now in Oakland, Macomb, Wayne and Genesee counties: for autistic athletes, by autistic athletes! Our coach has over 15 years of experience working with his fellow autistic individuals, and is a member of the United States Professional Tennis Association! He also has been playing competitive tennis his whole life, and was the first autistic person to serve on the board for Autism Society of Michigan. Please email andrew@autastic-athletics.com or call (248)224-4151 for more information. (Posted 4/12/21)

Autism Support Design 24-7
Individualized, designed programs for adults and teens on the Spectrum to learn skills to achieve the best adult outcomes, are available to the ASD Community. Our programs are designed by a parent/educator with an M.E. in Special Ed-Autism Endorsement, who has a proven track record in helping people on the Spectrum be the best they can be, and are implemented by her son, a life coach on the Spectrum. This mother and son team have already helped multiple clients improve their skill sets in Life as well as become more in tune with their needs and their strengths as adults on the Spectrum. For more information please contact Doreen Ackner at dnackner@icloud.com or at (248)219-0457 (Posted 10/13/20)