AutismUp is currently seeking qualified applicants for the following positions:

• Personal Fitness Instructor
• Support Coach

Scroll down to learn more. To apply, email inquiries and resumes to: HR@autismup.org

Personal Fitness Instructor

Location: AutismUp at the Golisano Autism Center, Rochester, New York

Hours: Per Diem, 8-10 hours per week including some late afternoons, early evenings, and Saturdays with

opportunity to increase hours

Pay Range: $23.00 -$27.00 per hour depending on education and experience

Position Summary:

The Personal Fitness Instructor will facilitate and provide direct instruction in an individual fitness-based program.

Programs will focus on fitness related activities and are tailored specifically for each participant. The Personal Fitness

Instructor must be able to modify exercises based on participant needs as well as be able to motivate participants to

reach their individualized goals.

Responsibilities:

• Connect with each participant and/or family members to create an individualized fitness plan
• Completes the initial Personal Fitness Instructor Intake Form within 2 weeks of each participant’s first Personal Training class
• Coordinate and schedule individual training classes with participants and/or family members
• Completes class scheduling, preparation, cleaning procedures, family communication, and documentation associated withPersonal Training as part of the Personal Fitness Instructor responsibilities
• Demonstrate various exercises and routines
• Supervise participant’s exercise routines and assist them in utilizing the correct techniques to minimize injury and improve fitness
• Monitor individual goals, objectives, and progress of participant’s while providing families progress updates
• Responsible for the supervision and safety of program participants
• Communicate with Fitness Coordinator on participant’s progress
• Participates in AutismUp staff trainings and in-services as directed by the Program Manager
• Completes all required documentation in a timely manner
• Works closely with the Fitness Coordinator with ensuring the AutismUp Fitness Programs remain innovative both from equipment and support perspective

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor Degree preferred
• Related college degree, coursework or fitness certifications required
• 2+ years professional experience preferred
• Experience working with individuals with ASD or other disabilities
• Experience/training in adaptive P.E. helpful

Support Coach

Location: AutismUp at the Golisano Autism Center, Rochester, New York

Hours: 20 hours per week, includes afternoons, evenings, and weekends

Pay Range: $15.50 -$17.00 per hour depending on education and experience

Position Summary:

The Support Coach will provide direct support to participants in programs that focus on skill development

(social, enrichment, independence, fitness, self-regulation, the arts, physical and/or adaptive, etc.) for

children, teens, and adults in classroom and community settings.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for supporting individual participants in achieving goals and objectives
• Responsible for the supervision and safety of program participants
• Supports the AutismUp Instructors and program objectives, particularly in regards to participants’ social development and behavioral management
• Completes progress notes / metrics and other necessary documentation by the end of shift
• Attends trainings and meetings as assigned
• Follows all AutismUp’s policy and procedures at all time

Qualifications:

• Currently attending high school, High School Diploma preferred; college experience in related field is helpful
• Experience working with individuals with ASD or other disabilities is preferred
• Enthusiastic and enjoys working with children, teens, and adults
• Team player with strong communication skills
• Ability to work late afternoons, evenings and Saturdays
• Ability to occasionally lift 25 lbs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

AutismUp provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

About the Organization:
AutismUp is the leading 501(c)3 autism support organization in the Greater Rochester and surrounding areas. Founded in 2004, by a small group of parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, AutismUp has grown to include more than 4,000 family and professional member households. Our mission is to support individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and their families, by expanding and enhancing opportunities to improve quality of life.