Developmental Specialist - Day Hab Northboro

Amego; Northborough (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Amego in Northborough, MA is seeking a Developmental Specialist to support Day Hab members and implement the Day Hab Service Plan. This role emphasizes evaluation, planning, and collaboration with staff, families and funding sources to deliver person-centered supports.

Responsibilities include direct care, supervision and training, data collection, and maintaining effective communication within the interdisciplinary team to ensure quality services in a daytime program setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; at least two years in healthcare or developmental disabilities setting.
• Strong writing skills and effective communication.
• Must have MA or RI valid driver’s license.
• MAP certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and input member DHSP goals/objectives and plan methods for implementation.
• Provide direct supervision and training of members in daily activities.
• Support intake and orientation for new members and assist in transitions.
• Ensure DHSP goals/objectives are implemented and data are collected; document progress.
• Instruct and supervise members in self-help, communication, socialization, and safety skills.
• Coordinate with families, funding sources and program staff to meet service needs.

Skills

Strong writing

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MAP certification

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Northborough, MA 01532
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: High School
• Salary Range: $19.50 - $22.98 Hourly
• Job Shift: Day

Join the Amego team in our Day Hab in Northboro and make a difference in the lives of the people we serve! Amego Inc. is an organization that is dedicated to supporting and empowering the individuals we serve; we offer positions that provide meaningful opportunities to make a real difference. Join our community committed to fostering independence, inclusion, and dignity. At Amego, you'll receive the support and mentorship you need to grow both personally and professionally. If you're eager to embark on a rewarding career path where you can truly make an impact, come join us at Amego!

Developmental Specialist

The Developmental Specialist evaluates members in assigned caseload, develops and implements member Day Habilitation Service Plan (DHSP), provides for service needs and program objectives and acts as a resource for members, families, funding sources and program staff. Duties will include direct supervision and training of members and participation in their program activities, within all environments, behavioral plan implementation, direct care responsibilities and others.

Full Time Positions Available!

• Develop and provide constructive input into member's Service Need assessments, goals/objectives, DHSP and methods for implementation; support choices in program planning in accordance with DHSP; actively participate in case conferences, support planning, DHSP and Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meeting. Act as a resource to members, families, referral and residential staff. Maintain positive relationship with referral agencies.
• Actively participate in in-take and orientation process for new members. Assist in planning transitions, including adhering to established transition schedules/timelines, reporting progress/challenges, and all completing all required documentation.
• Ensure implementation of member's DHSP goals/objectives & corresponding data collection. Document monthly progress notes.
• Instruct, counsel and supervise members in skill areas to include, but not limited to: self-help, independent living, communication, socialization, sensory-motor, affective and behavioral skills, wellness, safety, and self-advocacy in accordance with DHSP, and member's and group schedules.
• Assist members to achieve goals/objectives by maintaining knowledge of member’s learning styles, strengths and need areas; maintain a normalizing, learning environment. Ensure paraprofessionals are actively engaging members in accordance with their specific learning styles, at all times.
• Participate in and ensure paraprofessionals are adhering to members and group schedules with timely start and end times for each activity. Ensure that member’s support strategies in goal/objective development are adhered to at all times.
• Participate and ensure an active treatment environment for all members in accordance with member’s and group schedules, DHSP goals/objectives and programming needs, at all times.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of work experience in a healthcare or developmental disabilities setting.
• Strong writing skills.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills.
• Must maintain a current, valid Massachusetts or Rhode Island Driver’s License.
• MAP certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Experience in principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Positive Behavior Supports (PBS), and Community Inclusion.
• Experience in providing services to individuals with Autism and other Developmental Disabilities.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified candidates for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, ancestry, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please let us know.