Community Training Specialist: Empower Independence

WORK Inc.; Stoughton (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WORK, Inc. is seeking a Community Training Specialist to implement individual service plans and facilitate a normal atmosphere in the community residence for individuals with developmental and/or physical disabilities.

The role involves teaching independent living skills, assisting with daily activities, and enabling social integration within the community. A valid MA driver’s license is required, and CORI/SDIP clearance is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Special Education, Social Work, or related field and/or HS diploma with related experience.
• Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License and safe driving record.
• CORI and SDIP acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with individuals served.
• Help individuals grow through life experiences.
• Create opportunities for relationships with non-disabled individuals.
• Assist with ADLs and maintaining proper hygiene.
• Engage in meal preparation with individuals.
• Engage individuals in meaningful social activities in their home environment.
• Teach independent living skills.
• Provide resources for expressing ethnic and cultural background.
• Follow medical recommendations to ensure a healthy lifestyle.
• Follow existing treatment programs.
• Follow emergency protocols including fire drills as directed.
• Ensure health and safety of each individual.
• Assist in crisis situations.
• Help individuals become socially integrated into their communities.
• Encourage individuals to express wishes and goals.
• Help individuals achieve personal goals.
• Collect data to demonstrate effectiveness of training programs.
• Assist individuals in accessing community resources.
• Participate in development of individual service plans.
• Attend in-service training sessions and staff meetings.
• Meet regularly for supervision.
• Clean and maintain facility and grounds including snow removal.
• Provide transportation to and from day programs and other destinations.
• Administer medication per DPH MAP regulations and maintain First Aid/ CPR certification when indicated.

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School Diploma

Job description

WORK, Inc. is seeking a Community Training Specialist to implement individual service plans and facilitate a normal atmosphere in the community residence for individuals with developmental and/or physical disabilities.

The role involves teaching independent living skills, assisting with daily activities, and enabling social integration within the community. A valid MA driver’s license is required, and CORI/SDIP clearance is expected.