Children Support Specialist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 1, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 27, 2026. Catholic Charities DC scores A on the Alion truth index.
Description
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW: At Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, your knowledge and service in areas such as immigrants and refugees, mental health, social work, employment and adult education, legal and financial services, health care, food assistance, shelter and housing, developmental disabilities and prison outreach can make a profound difference in the lives of many. Through more than 50 programs across the district and five surrounding counties, Catholic Charities is opening doors to help and hope. At CCADW, we continue to build an inclusive culture that celebrates a diverse workforce. We offer so much more than just a job. We offer careers. We take pride in our “promote from within” culture. We offer professional development, a comprehensive benefits package, a hybrid work model with both remote and in-office work, and a passion for building and motivating world class, high performing teams. Explore your career opportunity with Catholic Charities.
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JOB SUMMARY: The Children Support Specialist is a direct support position focused on assisting children and adolescents with developmental disabilities in the after-school program. The incumbent will provide support services to assist in the achievement of the child’s Individualized Plan of Care.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides instructional support in the development and utilization of independent communication through types and methods that have been determined by the family and/or student’s school, (i.e. - PCS, voice box, sign language, etc.).
- Plans comprehensive lessons that utilize the student’s mode of learning to teach skills for increased independence in the home and the community (i.e., hygiene, self-help skills, social skills, community safety, etc.).
- Organizes and plans innovative community outings, using the resources available, which provide the students with cultural, educational, social and recreational experiences that broaden their awareness within their surrounding community (i.e., transportation, businesses, libraries, museums, historical sites, etc.).
- Implements student’s Individual Plan/Treatment Plan through creative and engaging activities that address the student’s goals and that are appropriate based on the student’s cognitive level.
- Documents progress made towards the goals identified in the TP/IP through daily progress notes, quarterly notes, and the student’s portfolio.
- Appropriately documents events as related to the student’s behavior management plan as appropriate.
- Informs the supervisor of scheduled changes (i.e. - calling in sick to work/day program, visits home with family, etc.).
- Participates in regular team meetings and monitoring of services to assure quality, compliance, and consumer satisfaction.
- Completes all training as required for the position to include professional development training outside of Catholic Charities as appropriate and required.
- Reports all incidents according to the Division of Developmental Disabilities Services’ Incident Reporting policy. Participate with investigations and participate in implementation of the Plan of Corrections, when indicated.
- Transports children to and from approved supervised outings in Agency vehicles.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Requirements
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Verification of foreign equivalency required.
- Coursework/Background in the following areas: Child Care, Education, Allied Health, Human Services, preferred.
- Experience working with students on the Autism Spectrum and/or students with cognitive delays.
- One year of experience working independently in the home and in the community as an instructor.
SKILLS and COMPETENCIES:
- Ability to present information in both written and oral form. Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to identify and resolve problems. Ability to work with diverse client population.
Benefits Package:
- Robust Professional development and training opportunities
- Medical, prescriptions, dental and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan with company match
- Company-paid and supplemental life insurance
- Short Term/ Long Term disability
- Group Life Insurance and AD&D
- Other Volunteer Insurance Benefits
- Flexible spending accounts
- Paid vacation, sick and personal leave
- 11 paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee referral bonus program
- Parenting leave
- Pet’s Insurance
Work Schedule: Part Time Monday - Friday, (20 Hours per week) from 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Salary Description
$18.23 Hourly