Skills Instructor - Career Services

Position:Skills Instructor - Career Services

Location: Wakefield, MA

Salary: $18 per hour

Hours: Full time, Monday-Friday 8am-4pm

About us!

Empowering people. Supporting independence. Inspiring dreams.

Communitas is dedicated to delivering individualized, family-centered services, programs, and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, throughout their lifespan and in their communities.

Summary: Support individuals with developmental disabilities to enhance work skills and find employment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement Individual Support Plans
• Write annual assessments and goals
• Help individuals complete their goals
• Attend team meetings as scheduled
• Implement clinical and behavioral treatment plans
• Create community based activities
• Provide direct employment support through on the job training both in house and in the community
• Assist individuals with community employment
• Train soft skills
• Act as a liaison with employers and potential employers
• Provide personal care and assistance to individuals consistent with individual needs

Qualifications:

• High School diploma is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a related field is preferred
• At least one year of experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities is preferred

• A passion and dedication to supporting our people
• A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record
• Reliable transportation
• Must pass a CORI background check, fingerprinting, and reference check

Benefits of working with us!

• Pay increases after 1 year of service, pending a performance evaluation.
• 3 weeks of vacation, 1 week of sick time, 12 holidays.
• Employee Referral Bonus of up to $500!
• Competitive tiered pay rates based on years of service.
• Medical/dental insurance, employer paid life Insurance, and long term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan

Check out our website: https://communitasma.org/