Overview
Male Life Skills Mentor / Support Aide for Autistic Teen (6–8 hrs/day, Palo Alto) Jobs in Palo Alto at Minnie Cadambi
Male Life Skills Mentor / Support Aide (6–8 hrs/day)
Job Summary
We are seeking a calm, mature, and dependable Male Life Skills Mentor / Support Aide to support an autistic teenager in building independence, communication skills, emotional regulation, and daily living abilities.
This is a high-trust, long-term support role focused on consistent relationship-building, structured daily support, and meaningful engagement in both home and community settings.
The teen communicates using an alternative communication method and requires patient, steady, non-directive support that prioritizes understanding, autonomy, and emotional regulation over instruction or correction.
This is a hands-on, active role requiring emotional steadiness, practical judgment, and reliability over credentials.
Location
Palo Alto (home + community-based support)
Core Responsibilities
- Provide consistent one-on-one daily support in structured routines and activities
- Support independence in hygiene, organization, and daily living skills
- Encourage practical life skills (including cooking)
- Support alternative communication methods with patience and respect
- Assist with learning activities (reading, writing, structured educational engagement)
- Support emotional regulation and calmness
- Facilitate community outings, errands, and structured activities
Candidate Profile (Critical Fit Criteria)
We are looking for someone who is:
- emotionally steady under pressure
- patient with slow or non-traditional communication
- comfortable in active, hands-on support roles
- grounded, practical, and consistent in daily behavior
- able to build trust slowly and respectfully over time
- naturally calm rather than reactive or directive
Preferred Background
- experience supporting autistic individuals or developmental disabilities
- background in caregiving, coaching, youth mentorship, or behavioral support
- experience in structured environments requiring emotional regulation
- strong practical life skills (cooking, routines, organization, physical activity)
- individuals seeking long-term, meaningful relational work
Formal degrees are not required. Emotional regulation and reliability are the primary selection criteria.
Physical Requirements
The individual supported is a larger, physically active teenager. The role requires comfort supporting movement, transitions, and occasional behaviors, with a consistent focus on safety, calm presence, and appropriate physical assistance when needed.
Driving Requirement
- Valid driver’s license required
- Reliable vehicle required
- Clean driving record required
- Ability to provide transportation to community activities and appointments
Schedule
- 6–8 hours per day
- weekday schedule with flexibility
- long-term consistency strongly preferred
Compensation
- $68–78/hour depending on experience and fit
- stable, ongoing role
Hiring Requirements
Selected candidates will complete standard onboarding including:
- background clearance
- employment eligibility verification
- payroll onboarding documentation
- program authorization requirements
To Apply
Please include:
- relevant experience in support, mentoring, caregiving, or youth work
- any experience with autism, communication differences, or behavioral support
- a brief description of how you stay calm in high-stress situations
- interests or activities you personally enjoy (hobbies strongly encouraged)
- availability and intent for long-term work
What Success Looks Like
Success in this role is defined by:
- a stable, trusting working relationship
- reduced stress and increased daily structure
- improved independence in communication and life skills
- consistent engagement in learning and activities
- calm, predictable support during challenging moments
Pay: $65.00 – $75.00 per hour
Education:
- Bachelor’s (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Title: Male Life Skills Mentor / Support Aide for Autistic Teen (6–8 hrs/day, Palo Alto)
Company: Minnie Cadambi
Location: Palo Alto
