Help Needed & Services Offered

If you are looking for specific services for your family or for a special needs child 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

CLS/RESPITE HELP NEEDED

I am looking for help with CLS/respite hours for my 5 year old non-verbal son with autism. Must be willing to obtain the appropriate training required for CLS/respite care (you will be compensated to complete this training). Looking for someone to help out 2-3 days a week and weekends (flexible on time and days during the summer). Applicants must be comfortable with working with my son on CLS skills (toilet training, meal time, teeth brushing). This position is located in Sterling Heights in the 16 mile & Van Dyke area. Please contact Amy672n@hotmail.com or call (586) 883-5711 for more information. (Posted 6-20-2017)

Volunteers Needed for Research Study - Habit Reversal and Repetitive and Restrictive Behavior Patterns in Young People with Autism Spectrum Disorders

We are conducting research to see if children and adolescents on the Autism Spectrum can be taught to self-manage their own problem behaviors through a procedure called habit reversal. Children and adolescents for this study must be: Between the ages of 6 and 26 years old, Able to speak in full sentences, able to follow basic instructions from parents, and also, Engages in a repetitive behavior that occurs at least 10 times per day. You and/or your child will be asked to describe a problem behavior, monitor how often it occurs each day, and learn alternative adaptive behaviors. There is no expected risk to you and your child. Participation is expected to take between 10-12 weeks. Your child may benefit by learning a new way to manage a problem behavior. For more information or to sign-up to participate in this study, please contact: Jason Majchrzak, jmajchrzak@qub.ac.uk or phone (586)-873-0918 (Posted 6-6-2017)

Support Staff Needed
Seeking part time support staff to work on daily living skills, safety skills, socialization, and community inclusion for our adult son. CPR/first aid, blood born pathogen, and recipient right training required. Macomb Township area. Flexible schedule, 24 hours max per week. Please email aspentile@aol.com if interested . (Posted 5-18-2017)

Peer Support Needed
Seeking peer support for a young man, age 26, with high functioning autism. Verbal, Asperger syndrome. Worker needed to help access community services and activities along with assisting in life skills-cooking, grocery shopping, hair cut etc. Must be 18 or older with reliable transportation. References and background check required. Looking for 20 -40 hours per week. 4-7 or 8 Monday - Friday and weekend hours. Please contact Don or Kim at 586-725-1570 or email: michamacs@yahoo.com (Posted 5-9-2017)

Part Time Help Needed
Seeking fun, creative, student to work with my 13 year old son who has high functioning autism. He is smart, happy, creative, and funny, but needs some support at home and in the community during social and recreational activities. You will be working on goals at our Royal Oak home, and in the community. Applicants must be able to work during the school year. Experience with autism is a plus, but not required. Please send letter of interest and resume to cmcatchick@gmail.com (Posted 5-2-2017)

CLS Worker Needed
I am looking for a caregiver for my 13 year old son with Autism. He is verbal and social and loves cats! You would be helping him with skills both in the community and at home working toward independence. Trips to the zoo, aquarium, library, stores, malls, beach, pet stores, shelters, museums etc... There are goals that we will be working on and we can discuss all of that if you are interested. Three to four days a week and possibly every other Saturday. We do have four cats and one small dog so hopefully you don't have allergies to pets. Pay is through an agency, but I can help with gas to travel places if needed. We live in Sterling Heights around 19 Mile and Clinton River Road. Please contact me with any questions or to set up an interview. Sandracowgirl@yahoo.com or text/call (586) 255-1953. (Posted 4-21-2017)

Transportation Needed
We have a 7yr old on the autism spectrum and we need transportation for him from our house(Farmington Hills) to his therapy(Madison Heights) most afternoons(pickup 3:45 PM at Therapy) and sometimes in the morning from home(pickup 8 AM). Anyone interested please contact Email: hamsi.g@gmail.com or phone: (248) 808-5380. (Posted 4-12-2017)

JARC Respite Staff Needed
JARC is currently looking for staff for our respite program, this program has flexible hours and we are willing to work around most school schedules. JARC provides high-quality, community-based residential and support programs, serving nearly 200 adults in its group homes and various supported independent living arrangements. If you would like more info on the respite program or would like to apply please visit www.jarc.org (Posted 3-29-2017)

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.

OUCARES Computer Programs Instructor- Part Time

Pay Rate based upon experience and education

The Computer Programs Instructor will design and facilitate all elements of the Computer Programs-Employable Skills Program. The instructor’s role includes designing the curriculum, preparing handouts, teaching weekly sessions, providing guidance and direction to participants, encouraging social interaction and independence, communicating with parents and/or caregivers and supervising assigned volunteers. The program will be delivered in 8 weekly sessions with a 90 min class each week. Each class will enroll up to 12 participants with Autism Spectrum Disorders. The Instructor will also be responsible for arriving 15 minutes prior to class begins, unlocking/locking rooms, setting up and assigning computers and contacting admin regarding computer issues or facility issues. Business casual dress is required. QUALIFICATIONS: • Minimum 5 years practical experience in graphic arts and animation software. • 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. • Have a sense of urgency to complete tasks in a timely manner. • Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with individuals with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. Please send resume and cover letter to oucares@oakland.edu

Services Offered

Tutoring Services
Special educator, music educator and person with a learning disability offering my tutoring services utilizing music as a tool for memory retrieval for students with special needs. I combine basic music concepts and use for academics, behavioral issues and more! Contact me directly if you'd like more info. JacobALevy@gmail.com 310.720.3558

ABA Therapist Available
Currently working in a Pontiac Charter School. ABA registered therapist with 15 years of experience in DTT, verbal behavior, experience with children 12 months to 21 years old diagnosed with autism, Aspergers, PDD-NOS, developmental delays, ADD, and ADHD. Reinforcing, consistent, reliable, honest and dedicated to teaching each child. Experience with non-verbal methods: PECS, typing, signing and experience with advanced programming targeting theory of mind and executive functioning. One-on-one, known and unknown school shadowing, community outings, play date facilitation. References available. I look forward to working with your child. Please feel free to contact me at quaustin@gmail.com (Posted 3-1-2016)

P.L.A.Y. Project Now Available
Easter Seals of Southeastern Michigan is now offering the P.L.A.Y. Project to children through age 6 with Autism Spectrum Disorders. The P.L.A.Y. Project was developed by Richard Solomon, MD as a "train the trainer" model for parents to be the key in their child's intervention. P.L.A.Y. refers to "Play and Language for Autistic Youngsters" and is designed to help children relove the three core deficits of autism: 1) self-isolation and imparied social skills; 2) language delay and impaired communication; and 3) stereotyped or repetitive behaviors. P.L.A.Y. is an intensive, cost-effective, structured intervention within the family home. To learn more about the P.L.A.Y. Project, please call toll free (800)-75-SEALS, ext 2706 or visit the Easter Seals Website or email playproject@essmichigan.org.