Program Support Assistant

Center for Autism and Related Disabilities: 

The Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) is the largest of the seven regional autism programs in Florida. Funded through an annual legislative allocation, the center serves over 25,000 residents of central Florida on the autism spectrum across their lifespan through consultative individual and family support, training and technical assistance, and public awareness, with a mission of optimizing the potential of people with autism and related disabilities.

CARD is a clinical service center within the College of Health Professions and Sciences.

The Opportunity:

As a Program Support Assistant, you will join a high-impact team of professionals dedicated to empowering individuals with autism, their families, and their communities. We operate as a collaborative team united by a mission to create the educational materials, communication supports, and digital resources that help people with Autism Spectrum Disorder achieve academic success and personal fulfillment. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys a blend of creative design and administrative precision. While your primary home will be the Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) office, you will also play a key role in bringing our mission to life through occasional community events in the evenings and on weekends.

This is a grant-funded position through June 30, 2026, with the potential for renewal. It offers a unique vantage point to gain specialized skills in disability support, digital accessibility, and program operations within a mission-driven environment.

Classification Title: Office Support Assistant

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design and production of educational materials and social media content using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, and video editing software.

• Complete data entry and document preparation with a high degree of precision, strictly adhering to HIPAA and FERPA privacy regulations.

• Follow detailed written task analyses to ensure all materials meet program standards under the direction of the Program Manager or Director.

• Provide on-site support for community events, assisting with setup, logistics, and client interaction.

• Utilize PC systems and data processing software to maintain accurate records and project workflows.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent and 0+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6). 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in data entry, digital file management, and maintaining website/social media updates.

• Proven ability in handling phone follow-ups, general office coordination, and supporting the logistics of community events and programs.

• Familiarity with creating Social Stories, visual supports, and other materials used to support individuals with disabilities.

• Proven ability in social media content creation, website development, or basic video editing, with specific experience using Microsoft Office, Canva, Meta (Facebook/Instagram), Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, and Final Cut or Premiere Pro.

The most successful candidates may possess the following qualities:

• Exceptional organizational skills, the ability to multitask in a busy environment, and a high level of accuracy in all tasks.

• Flexibility to work a varied schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends, to support our community initiatives.

• A working understanding of HIPAA and FERPA privacy and confidentiality regulations.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

• This is a Contract and Grant (C&G) funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.

• This position requires a Level 2 Background Check through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Clearinghouse prior to employment. For more information, please visit the FDLE Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.

• Position requires a valid Class E driver’s license. This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business. Frequent travel with personal vehicle in the Central Florida area (Volusia, Brevard, Orange, Osceola, Lake, Seminole and Sumter counties), with mileage and toll reimbursement at state rate.

• The anticipated pay rate for this position is $14.00-$16.29 per hour. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

• Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends as needed to support events and programs (Willingness and availability to work a varied schedule when needed).

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 12 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!  UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program 

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options 

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions 

• Education assistance 

• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, postdoctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Department

Center for Autism and Related Disabilities

Work Schedule

Monday to Friday 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM with occasional evenings and weekends to support community events

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$14.00 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

03-14-2026-12-00-AM

Veteran’s Preference:   

Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans’ Preference, please visit http://hr.ucf.edu/files/VeteransPreference.pdf

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.  

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer. 

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu.

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