Community Based Day Supports Case Manager

Northeast Arc; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Opportunities for Inclusion in Waltham, MA is seeking a Community Based Day Supports Case Manager to join a team delivering day supports and recreation for adults with developmental and intellectual challenges. You will plan weekly activities, accompany participants on events, and help with documentation and progress notes.

The role requires an associate/ba level plus 1 year of relevant experience, or a high school diploma with 2+ years in a related role.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Psychology, Special Education or related field and one year experience.
• In lieu of a college degree a High School diploma or GED with 2+ years paid work experience in a case management/direct care role with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Commitment to community inclusion and upholding the dignity of people with disabilities, flexibility and responsiveness to a variety of requests.
• Ability and willingness to learn ASL, non-violent restraint, CPR/First Aid.
• Good time management, organizational and computer skills.
• Knowledge of sub-contract work a plus.
• Ability to meet deadlines, production and paperwork requirements.
• Vehicle and driver’s license required.
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills with participants, program staff, families and other service providers. Computer literate.

Responsibilities

• As a Community Based Day Supports Case Manager, you will work with a team in a supportive environment and create a weekly calendar of events based on the interests of our program participants.
• You will join them during these activities, which may include library programs, art and music events, museum visits and volunteer opportunities in the community.
• Other activities may include cooking, karaoke, dancing or holiday celebrations.
• Your responsibilities will also include driving a small group of program participants in our company vehicle to community activities.
• Daily progress notes will be prepared as well.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Computer skills

ASL

Driver's license

Education

B.S. in Psychology or Special Education

High School diploma or GED with 2+ years experience

Job description

Consider Opportunities for Inclusion for employment opportunities in the field of disabilities!

We are committed to hiring superior employees to deliver services to our adult participants in Day and Employment programs as well as Recreational Services to adolescents and adults. Now in our 69th year as a provider of quality services, our emphasis on staff development includes onsite and offsite trainings as needed in a range of topics such as supervisory skills, communication skills, geriatric/Alzheimer’s trainings, sign language and human rights, to name a few. Additionally, employees may access our Tuition Reimbursement benefit after six months of employment.

Located at two sites in Waltham, MA and one site in Medfield, MA, we offer competitive salaries and excellent training to our employees. Benefits, based upon a forty hour work week, include vacation, personal and sick leave, 11 paid holidays, health, dental, life insurance, long term disability, section 125 plan, flexible spending, 403B Tax Sheltered Annuity, and pension plan. AA/EOE

Please email cover letter and resume [e-mail] mail to Personnel, Opportunities for Inclusion, 56 Chestnut St., Waltham, MA 02453.

Job Category:

CBDS Program

Job Location:

31 Woodland Road

Responsibilities:

Do you enjoy helping people? Do you want to leave work every day knowing you have made a positive difference in the lives of others? If so, consider joining us at Opportunities for Inclusion, where every day is an opportunity to enrich the lives of individuals with developmental and intellectual challenges. As a Community Based Day Supports Case Manager, you will work with a team in a supportive environment and create a weekly calendar of events based on the interests of our program participants. You will join them during these fun activities, which may include library programs, art and music events, museum visits and volunteer opportunities in the community. Other activities may include cooking, karaoke, dancing or holiday celebrations. Your responsibilities will also include driving a small group of program participants in our company vehicle to community activities. Daily progress notes will be prepared as well.

Qualifications:

B.S. in Psychology, Special Education or related field and one year experience. In lieu of a college degree a High School diploma or GED with 2 plus years paid work experience in a case management/direct care role with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Commitment to community inclusion and upholding the dignity of people with disabilities, flexibility and responsiveness to a variety of requests. Ability and willingness to learn ASL, non-violent restraint, CPR/First Aid. Good time management, organizational and computer skills. Knowledge of sub-contract work a plus. Ability to meet deadlines, production and paperwork requirements. Vehicle and driver’s license required.

Other Qualifications:Must have strong oral and written communication skills with participants, program staff, families and other service providers. Computer literate..

Additional Info:

Work Schedule: 40 hour work week; Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM plus flexible hours for meetings.

Starting Date:ASAP

Salary Range:

Based on qualifications and experience.