Developmental Specialist

Community-Connections-Inc.-2; Pope Beach (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Cross Blue Shield HealthInsurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Family & Medical Leave

Employer paid Long Term Disability

403b Retirement Plan with Discretional

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus Incentives

Job summary

Community Connections Inc. in Fairhaven, MA is seeking Developmental Specialists to join our Day Center team. You will provide one-to-one support to individuals with disabilities, helping them achieve daily independence and meaningful participation in activities.

This role emphasizes compassion, teamwork, and a commitment to the community. You will document progress, assist with daily living tasks, and ensure health and safety while offering therapeutic, social and recreational experiences.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• 1+ year’s experience and/or training with individuals with disabilities
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record
• Acceptable criminal background check required
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Strong computer and word processing skills

Responsibilities

• Document individuals’ progress towards DHSP objectives
• Assist individuals physically as necessary
• Ensure the health, safety, and general well being of the individual
• Provide and maintain community based habilitation/therapeutic experiences through social, recreational and volunteer opportunities, based on the individual’s needs and wishes
• Transport the individual as assigned

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Word processing

Independence

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Openings at Community Connections Inc

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• Location 10 David Drown Blvd,Fairhaven, MA, 02719,United States
• Base Pay $20.00 - $22.00 / Hour
• Job Category Day Habilitation, Life Skills
• Relocation Expense Covered No
• Employee Type Non Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Description

If you believe nights and weekends are for your family and friends, and not spent working, then have we got a job for you. Community Connections Inc. is looking forDevelopmental Specialists to join our Day Center team based in Fairhaven, MA. In this role you will support individuals with disabilities by providing direct support on a one to one basis. You will partner with Community Connections in their mission to provide optimal independence and enriching services to people with disabilities. We are looking a 1:1 Developmental Specialist with a commitment to compassion, teamwork and serving the community.

What You'll Do as a Developmental Specialists:

• Document individuals’ progress towards DHSP objectives
• Assist individuals physically as necessary
• Ensure the health, safety, and general well being of the individual
• Provide and maintain community based habilitation/therapeutic experiences through social, recreational and volunteer opportunities, based on the individual’s needs and wishes
• Transport the individual as assigned

What You'll Need as a Developmental Specialists:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 1+ year's experience and/or training working with individuals with disabilities
• Valid driver's license, and satisfactory driving record
• Acceptable criminal background check required
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Strong computer and word processing skills

Who You Are as a Developmental Specialists:

• An advocate for individuals with disabilities
• Someone who is willing to learn
• Someone who wants weekends free
• A team player

What Community Connections Can Provide You:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance
• Blue Cross Blue Shield MA Dental Blue
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue 20/20 Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Family & Medical Leave
• Employer paid Group Life/AD&D Insurance
• Employer Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
• 403b Retirement Plan with Discretionary Employer Match
• Employee Assistant Program
• Discounted Movie Tickets
• Auto, Home & Umbrella Insurance premiums through payroll deduction
• Employee Referral Bonus Incentives
• Mileage Reimbursement
• A workplace with both heart and soul
• Personal and professional development
• The opportunity to positively impact the lives of the individuals we serve

Community Connections Inc. is an EEO employer, disability and veterans.