Developmental Specialist

People Incorporated; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 25,485 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Tuition Assistance Program

403(b) savings plan

Wellness Activities

FREE Life and Long-term Disability Insurance

Short-term Disability Insurance

Job summary

People Incorporated is seeking a Full-Time Developmental Specialist in Fall River, Massachusetts. This role involves designing and implementing services for individuals with developmental disabilities within an interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities include documenting behavior services and implementing service plan goals, with a focus on ensuring the well-being of program participants.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience in a healthcare setting, and demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills. Key benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities or in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• Ability to escort, assist, and/or transport program participants.
• Ability to follow policies, procedures, and directions.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement services for assigned caseloads.
• Complete daily data sheets and documentation.
• Maintain training and participate in meetings.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Ability to Assist Participants

Behavior Management

Policy Adherence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Schedule: Monday‑Friday 7:30 am-3:30 pm

People, Incorporated is a human service Agency serving the Southcoast community, including the Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton areas. As a partnership of specialized, integrated programs, we provide unique opportunities to people with life challenges. Since our inception in 1968, we have been one of the largest providers of supports and services to people of all abilities in the community. Let People, Incorporated be Your Path to Opportunity!

Position

Developmental Specialist – Full Time

Pay $18.50 / hour ($19.00 after one year)

No weekend, no nights, no holidays!

The Developmental Specialist serves as an interdisciplinary team member responsible for designing and implementing services. The Developmental Specialist also assumes the primary responsibility for each member on an assigned caseload to coordinate the implementation of the program Service Plan and complete daily data sheets for each individual.

Essential Functions

• Recommend service plan goals, assist in completing annual severity profiles, and service needs assessments, as well as review new potential program individuals.
• Complete daily data sheets, including documentation for behavior services.
• Implement service plan goals, including therapeutic goals.
• Inform the supervisor or nursing staff of any unusual behavior and signs of illness or injury.
• Ensure all schedules are followed and individuals are engaged in activities.
• Ensure all protocols are followed, including, but not limited to, toileting, dining, dietary, Pica (persistent ingestion of non‑nutritive substances), behavior guidelines, seizure, and safety.
• Complete daily communication logs.
• Complete monthly progress reports of service plan goals. (or as requested for relief staff)
• Maintain all program required trainings.
• Attend interdisciplinary team meetings as needed to participate in curriculum design. (or as requested for relief staff)
• Implement curriculum in accordance with individual service plans.
• Ensure positive behavior supports are implemented for all individuals.
• Maintain an expertise in the day‑habilitation field through attendance at meetings, in‑service training, continuing education, or other appropriate educational programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor, division management team member, or division director, including, but not limited to, working weekends and/or holidays.
• Participate in all staff meetings and required training sessions, including in‑service training, as scheduled.
• Maintain all program and Agency required trainings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required. Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities or a health‑care setting is preferred.
• Skill in communicating and working both independently and as a team.
• Ability to escort, assist, and/or transport program participants.
• Ability to work with mental health and/or developmentally disabled individuals.
• Ability to effectively participate in the design, implementation, and supervision of services.
• Ability to complete and disseminate all required forms and documents.
• Ability to assist and/or support consumers as needed and in emergencies that require full physical assistance.
• Ability to physically restrain consumers exhibiting unsafe behavior.
• Ability to follow policies, procedures, and directions.
• Ability to work and communicate with others.
• A qualifying criminal background check, driving record, and a valid driver’s license are required.

Benefits

• For employees working in benefit eligible positions only*
• Tuition Assistance Program
• 4 weeks accrued paid time off
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 403(b) savings plan
• Wellness Activities and initiatives
• Select employee discounts through LifeMart
• FSA
• Employee Assistance Program
• FREE Life and Long‑term Disability Insurance
• Short‑term Disability Insurance

Professional Development

• Tuition Assistance Program
• Financial support with monthly student loan payments
• Reimbursement for C.N.A. Training and Licensing
• FREE DDS Certificate (Human Service)
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Degree Completion Incentive

Join us!

People Incorporated is committed to fostering a respectful and supportive work environment. We are a proud equal‑opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGBTQIA+ community, and people with disabilities to apply.

Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce is key to the success of our agency. We strive to create a workplace where employees feel supported, appreciated, and motivated to grow.

EOE