Our Understanding as an Autism Waiver Provider
People with autism live their lives using a “uniquely wired” brain that we call an Autistic Brain.
Consequently, they need to learn to cope with, and in many cases endure, everyday experiences that are very ordinary to others with neurotypical brains. People on the autism spectrum expend a great deal of energy “figuring out” what’s happening to them, and what they need to do next from moment to moment. Although people who use an Autistic Brain need extra support, it is clear they can learn.
While not every human being can learn skills to become a brain surgeon or astronaut,
it is important to remember that it may be possible for every human to learn skills
to help them become more independent and more self-reliant.
As caregivers and family members we can give people with autism a great gift.
We can see their possibilities and guide them to accomplish what they can without our help.
We can notice when they have learned even the smallest of skills and be ready
to acknowledge when they are relying on themselves to use those skills
to follow through with the choices they’ve made on their own.
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FAMILY REQUEST FOR SERVICES form
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES form
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POTENTIAL EMPLOYEES SHOULD KNOW
It is our experience that as we devolve a deep connection with people on the spectrum, we come to know the humanity at the core of who they are as a person. By continuing to reach for their humanity, we truly can FEEL the person whether they are expressing positive behaviors or negative behaviors.
Developing a greater connection creates greater trust. And it is trust that can increase the opportunity for an Autistic Brain to expand its way of processing. Consequently, the person has a better opportunity to live the life that best represents who they are. Being a part of this profound relationship of providing services to people with autism is not only rewarding but also extremely unique.
IISS Technician Starting Wage is $20 – $21 per hour
We Provide:
- Flexible Work Hours
- Annual Vacation Pay
- Earned Paid Time Off
- Monetary Incentives
- On-Going Support Including Quarterly Supervision
- 401K is available
You Must:
- Be 18 years or older
- Have a minimum of 100 hours of experience in the field
- Have a Clear Background Check
- Have Your Own Transportation
- Have the ability to work in the United States
- Have Access to a Computer
- (Preferably) Have a High School Diploma or GED
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Interested Families Should
Know
How would you describe a meltdown to someone who has never seen one? Most people assume the word describes a tantrum. You know there’s a difference. You know a meltdown can last for hours. You have experienced autism and its many challenges and behaviors, both positive and negative.
You also know that your child is amazing, and you hope there are others who know it too. We look for staff who understand the importance of developing a strong connection with people on the spectrum for them to gain interest and confidence in learning. Once hired, we look for ways to continue to support our entire staff to focus on the amazing humanity – “The Whole Self”- of each individual.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLE:
Some believe that people of the spectrum have a very low intellect and that they can’t learn … so why try?
Why not try and KEEP trying by giving the peson the opportunity to learn to whatever degree is possible for them.
FOR MORE INFORMATION,
CHOOSE A SERVICE BELOW:
Intensive Individual
Support Services (IISS)
Respite
Therapeutic Integration (TI)
Family Consultation
Adult Life Planning
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The Whole Self Center serves Children/Teen Participants on the
Maryland Medical Assistance Autism Waiver Program
In Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Howard, Prince George’s, Charles, Calvert, Saint Mary’s, Frederick Counties, Queen Anne’s and Baltimore City
The Whole Self Center
Established September 2002
Administrative staff consists of the:
Founder/Director, Stephen C. Hartman, LCSW-C
Director’s Assistant, Jessica Thompson
Clinical Director, Aileen D. Helm, MS, RN, BCBA
Clinical Specialist, Erin Fitch, M.Ed.
Technical Administrator, Zach Pfefferkorn
FULL TIME and PART TIME Direct Care Staff of
Respite Care Workers, Intensive Individual Support Technicians,
and Therapeutic Integration Technicians
PART TIME Professional Staff of
Family Consultants, Adult Life Planners, and Supervisors
Other Support Service Providers Who Make Up Our Team
Payroll Manager, Bookkeeper, Accountant
Software Developer, Information Technologist,
Human Resources Attorney
Broker of Liability and Workers’ Compensation Insurances
Maryland State Department of Education Autism Waiver Auditors
331 Gambrills Rd, ste 4a
Gambrills, MD 21054
Office: 410-923-1100
Fax: 410-923-1101
Email: jthompson@wholeselfcenter.com
Jessica Thompson, Director’s Assistant
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331 Gambrills Rd, ste 4a
Gambrills, MD 21054
Office: 410-923-1100
Fax: 410-923-1101
Email: jthompson@wholeselfcenter.com
Jessica Thompson, Director’s Assistant