Vista Autism Services

?? Exciting News from Vista Autism Services! ?? We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our new Compliance Hub, a cutting-edge integrated policy management system powered by AI. This innovative platform aligns with our core values—excellence, teamwork, dependability, consistency, and dignity—by empowering staff with quick and easy access to the tools they need to deliver the highest quality care. A huge shoutout to Sabrina DeLong, CCEP, our incredible Director of Quality & Compliance, whose leadership and hard work made this milestone possible. Sabrina, with her 20 years of dedication to Vista, has been instrumental in implementing this transformative system, ensuring our teams have the tools to deliver excellence every day. ???? This is more than a technological upgrade; it’s a commitment to supporting our mission of advancing, improving, and inspiring hope for individuals with autism and their families. Read the full story to learn how this system is transforming our operations, fostering transparency, and ensuring that as Vista grows, we stay aligned with our mission. ?? ?? Read the full article here https://lnkd.in/eiX9fWnx #Innovation #Teamwork #Excellence #AutismServices #ComplianceHub #Leadership

Celebrating the Success of Vista’s 2024 Gala and Honoring Anthony Worrall We are thrilled to announce that Vista Autism Services’ 3rd Annual Gala, Boots, Bowties, and Bling, was an overwhelming success! Together, we raised over $101,000—surpassing our goal and making a profound impact on the lives of the individuals and families we serve. One of the highlights of the evening was presenting the Vista Impact Award to this year’s honoree, Anthony Worrall. The Impact Award celebrates an individual who exemplifies extraordinary service and dedication to the Vista autism community, and Anthony’s contributions are nothing short of remarkable. Since 2016, when his family first became part of the Vista community, Anthony has devoted his time, talent, and treasure to ensuring the success and growth of our organization. In his professional life, Anthony serves as President of Reynolds Restoration Services, Inc. and is a respected leader in the Harrisburg business community. Despite his busy schedule, he has made Vista a priority, offering his unmatched business acumen, heartfelt support for our clients, and steadfast dedication to our staff. As Vista founder Michael Jarman noted during the award presentation: “Anthony’s concern for our customers, and particularly his concern for our staff who care for our customers, is most inspiring. If you’ve worked at Vista at any point over the past eight years, you’ve probably met Anthony. His efforts have truly been vital to our success.” We are incredibly grateful for Anthony’s unwavering commitment to our mission and proud to recognize him as this year’s Impact Award winner. To everyone who supported this year’s gala—thank you for helping us achieve new heights. Your generosity is creating brighter futures for the individuals and families we serve. Together, we are making a difference. #VistaGala2024 #ImpactAward #VistaCommunity #MakingADifference

Join Us at Vista Autism Services As a leader in the field, Vista supports employees with: Opportunities to develop innovative, compassionate approaches to care. A collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact lives. Training and resources to grow your career while making a difference. At Vista, "Unique Potential is within Reach"—for our clients and for you. If you’re passionate about building a compassionate and innovative future, Vista Autism Services is the place to be.

We’re excited to share that Luke Diminick from Vista’s Adult Employment Services team has been honored with the "Job Coach of the Year" award by the Lancaster County Employment Coalition! ?? Luke’s recognition at the Employment Recognition Event on October 10 celebrates his exceptional work in ensuring that community employment for individuals with disabilities is not only possible but sustainable. His dedication truly exemplifies Vista’s mission to improve lives and inspire hope for individuals with autism and disabilities. Pictured with Luke are MaryLou Winters, Manager of Vista's Adult Employment Program, and Brittany Beers, Lead and Supervising Employment Specialist. Congratulations, Luke, and thank you for your commitment! #VistaProud #JobCoachOfTheYear #DisabilityInclusion #CommunityEmployment #EmpoweringCommunities

At Vista Autism Services, we're proud to be part of Pennsylvania's broader efforts to create meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The recently released ODP 2022-2023 Employment First Report shows the state’s progress toward competitive integrated employment, with 18% of individuals with disabilities finding work. While there’s still work to be done, Vista is contributing to this success through our collaborative, personalized approach. Our employment services are tailored to meet the specific needs of both the individuals we support and local employers. By thoroughly assessing each person's skills and interests and pairing them with businesses looking for dedicated employees, we've achieved an impressive 94% employment rate for those enrolled in our waiver-funded services, primarily in part-time roles. We’re particularly proud that 15% of our Vista Adult Services Organization (VASO) employment clients are former Vista students—a testament to the long-term impact of our programs. None of this would be possible without our dedicated team. As MaryLou Winters, our manager of Adult Employment Services says: "Teamwork makes the dream work." It's through the hard work of our staff—who support individuals through every step of their employment journey—that we've been able to achieve these remarkable outcomes. We believe that every individual has unique potential, and we’re excited to continue supporting the Employment First initiative to make Pennsylvania's workforce more inclusive. Learn more about how Vista is making a difference and what sets our approach apart. ?? https://lnkd.in/e34scCuV #AutismServices #EmploymentFirst #InclusiveWorkplace #AutismEmployment #VistaAutism

ASERT (Autism Services, Education, Resources, and Training) has launched the "This is Autism" video series to elevate the diverse voices of autistic individuals across Pennsylvania. Vista Autism Services is excited to share that two of our clients were selected for this initiative, including Skylar T., a student at The Vista School. Skylar, who communicates using an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) device, had the chance to showcase his daily life, including his pre-employment volunteer role at the Harrisburg Senators Stadium. Alongside Chris Pearson, Vista’s Employment Specialist, Skylar helps clean the stadium, gaining valuable work experience while enjoying one of his favorite places. This job teaches Skylar critical life skills, giving him a sense of accomplishment and working toward more independence as an adult. During the video shoot, Skylar was accompanied by his family, speech therapist Shannon Welch from Penn State Health, and the Uproot Creative video team. They captured how the AAC device empowers Skylar to participate in activities that bring him joy, like watching baseball. He truly felt like a movie star being followed by cameras as he worked! The "This is Autism" video series, featuring 10 to 15 participants, will debut next year during Autism Awareness Month. ASERT’s project emphasizes how autism manifests differently for each person and the importance of providing platforms for autistic individuals to share their stories. A huge thank you to ASERT for supporting this project and to Uproot Creative Services, LLC for their professional, creative approach in telling Skylar’s story. We’re proud to be part of this initiative and look forward to sharing the final video with our community! If you or a loved one are interested in sharing stories and experiences for this project, please apply at this link: https://lnkd.in/emCQb57R Learn more about ASERT, Uproot Creative, and how Vista is helping individuals like Skylar achieve independence through personalized services. https://lnkd.in/efHg4_qV #Autism #DiversityInWorkforce #AAC #AutismAwareness

We are honored to be a sponsor for the "A Gift of Smiles" Annual Fundraising Gala! This amazing organization is committed to improving the lives of children and families by providing life-changing opportunities and support. Their work aligns with our mission of improving lives and inspiring hope, and we are excited to play a part in their efforts. If you're looking for a way to make a difference, consider attending or supporting this impactful event. Your contribution can help bring smiles to those who need it most. Learn more about "A Gift of Smiles" and their gala here: https://lnkd.in/ejbmss3p #AGiftOfSmiles #ProudSponsor #CommunityImpact #NonProfitSupport #VistaAutismServices

?? Kicking Off DSP Recognition Week! ?? Tomorrow marks the start of a week-long celebration honoring the hard work and dedication of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) at Vista Autism Services and across the country. Our DSPs empower individuals with autism to reach their full potential, overcoming challenges with compassion and care. Learn more about the vital role DSPs play, recent legislative efforts to better support them, and how we’re working toward greater recognition for their work. ?? Read the full article here: https://ow.ly/VWkx50TfIMJ #DSPWeek #VistaProud #CelebratingDSPs #SupportDSPs #DSPRecognition #DirectSupport

?? New Team Members Joining Vista on a Busy Day! ?? As we welcome students back to The Vista School this week, we’re also excited to introduce a new group of employees who started with us the day after Labor Day! These talented individuals are joining us in key roles, including Transition Services, Special Education, Crisis Intervention, Behavior Consultant, Behavior Health Technician, Behavior Analyst, Life Skills Instructor, and Behavior Consultant Assistant. Their expertise will be crucial as we continue to provide exceptional support and services to individuals with autism. Starting on such a busy and important day, they’re diving right into a dynamic environment that reflects our values of Excellence, Teamwork, Dependability, Dignity, and Consistency. We’re thrilled to have them on board as part of our mission to improve lives and inspire hope. #WelcomeToVista #BackToSchool #AutismSupport #VistaValues #ExcellenceInAction

?? We're Hiring a Senior Behavior Analyst! ?? Join Vista, a non-profit serving children with autism in Central PA! We offer amazing advancement opportunities, competitive benefits (FREE dental!), and clinical supervision from a BCBA-D. ? School-based schedule – no weekends! ? Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility ? 15 PTO days, 10 paid holidays ? Professional development funding Help shape positive behavior changes and support a dedicated team to make a real difference! Apply now and grow with Vista. Click here to learn more and apply today! https://lnkd.in/gaX4t9FD #hiring #autismservices #jobopportunity #behavioranalysis