Independent Living Support Specialist (I/DD & Autism)

Bay Cove Human Services; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay Cove Human Services is seeking an Individual Support Specialist to provide community-based support and training to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and Autism to foster independent living. This is a non-exempt, hourly position based in Greater Boston/SE Massachusetts.

Responsibilities include teaching daily living activities, monitoring safety, documenting progress, and ensuring compliance with program protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s preferred; experience considered in lieu of degree.
• DPH medication administration certification required; must obtain if not held within 90 days.
• Must be able to walk stairs and provide emergency physical intervention.
• Prevent Certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Valid driver’s license with safe driving record.
• Use of personal cell phone and personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Strict adherence to program model and protocols.
• Exhibits clinical judgement in observing, supporting, and communicating.
• Teaches ADLs including medication management, hygiene, budgeting, and safety.
• Implements and develops program activities to develop skills.
• Follows safety procedures including crisis assessment and intervention.
• Maintains programmatic documentation.
• Delivers culturally sensitive supports and services.
• Provides training to individuals and coworkers (e.g., Medication Officer, Safety Officer).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

ADL instruction

Medication management

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Safety procedures

Data collection

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Medication administration certification (DPH)

Prevent Certification

Job description

Bay Cove Human Services is seeking an Individual Support Specialist to provide community-based support and training to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and Autism to foster independent living. This is a non-exempt, hourly position based in Greater Boston/SE Massachusetts.

Responsibilities include teaching daily living activities, monitoring safety, documenting progress, and ensuring compliance with program protocols.