Day Program Instructor/Direct Care

Jewish Family & Children's Service, Greater Boston; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off including 22 days of vacation

Immediate eligibility for dental and vision

Retirement plan with no waiting period

Job summary

Jewish Family & Children's Service, Greater Boston is seeking a Day Program Direct Care professional in Waltham. You'll support adults with developmental disabilities in leading fulfilling lives through recreational and community activities. This full-time role offers $20/hr with weekday hours and includes benefits like medical insurance, paid time off, and a supportive work environment. Training is provided, and no prior experience is necessary. Join a dedicated team to help make a difference!

Qualifications

• Energetic and flexible attitude is required.
• Clear communication abilities for daily notes.
• Willingness to learn teaching skills is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead group sessions teaching skills to participants.
• Support personal development and social skills.
• Document daily activities in an online database.

Skills

Positive attitude towards working with adults with disabilities

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Teamwork skills

Proficient computer skills

Job description

• Are you looking for meaningful work supporting the independence and enrichment of adults with mild to moderate developmental disabilities?
• Do you have experience with individuals with developmental disabilities or in roles with similar requirements (camp counselor, substitute teacher, afterschool programming, childcare, coaching, working with other vulnerable populations, etc.)?
• This position is great for someone with work, volunteer, or lived experience, or who is eager to enter the field and learn. NO experience needed, we will train you!
• The Day Program Direct Care- CHAI Works is a role for a compassionate, energetic, and dedicated person who wants to make a difference in the lives of program participants.

Highlights

• $20/hr salary
• No weekends! Full-time, weekday daytime hours.
• Waltham location
• Paid time off includes ample sick time and 22 days of vacation, in addition to national and some Jewish holidays
• Immediate eligibility for dental, vision, retirement plan; no waiting period
  • Medical Insurance coverage is effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment

Responsibilities

• Lead group sessions with participants teaching life, hobby, recreational, and communication skills
• Work with participants to volunteer, exercise, and do other fun activities in the community
• Support personal development, social skills, and communication
• Learn and apply redirection, conflict resolution, and verbal de-escalation methods, when needed
• Document participants’ daily activities and goal progress using an online database

Requirements

• Positive and enthusiastic about working with adults with disabilities
• High-energy, flexible, and adaptable when things change
• Excellent communication skills—a clear communicator able to write daily notes
• Excellent leadership skills- a role model for participants learning coping and interpersonal skills
• Excellent teamwork skills- a collaborative colleague and team player able to learn from their colleagues
• Willingness to learn teaching skills
• Proficient computer skills
• A valid driver's license, several years’ safe driving experience, and a reliable, insured vehicle (most transportation will take place in program-owned vehicles)

More About CHAI Works Day Program

Our CHAI Works day program fosters community, understanding, and personal fulfillment in individuals with disabilities to help them lead productive and integrated lives in their communities and increase their feelings of self-worth and confidence. CHAI Works helps adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities become more independent, pursue individual goals, and experience the gratification of meaningful, productive activity.

Participants enjoy an array of educational, recreational, and enrichment experiences. They take part in health and wellness activities and a variety of lifelong learning classes. Together with staff, they volunteer each week at local nonprofits where they develop job skills, soft skills, and interests. “In all of the volunteer work they do, we really try to help them understand the impact it has in their community, and how people can receive help and be helpful at the same time,” says Kathryn Friel, director of day programs. “They take a lot of pride in the opportunities they have to support their communities and help other people.”

About JFCS

For more than 150 years, Jewish Family & Children’s Service has been helping individuals and families build a strong foundation for resilience and well-being. We intentionally serve and employ people of ALL faiths, backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

We have a strong culture of professional development, work-life balance, and promotion from within.

JFCS is an equal opportunity employer who serves and employs people of all cultures and faith traditions. Employment opportunities are available to all without regard for race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.