Life Skills Trainer, DESE Program — Home-Based Support

Arcnbc; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Retirement 403(b)

Life Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

FSA (Flexible Spending Account)

Pet Insurance

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

Arc of Bristol County in Middleboro, MA is seeking a Life Skills Trainer to assist individuals with developmental disabilities as part of the DESE Family Support program. You will work closely with families, implementing agreed-upon goals and reporting progress to the DESE Family Navigator.

The role requires a Bachelor's or equivalent experience, with multiple pathways described. Pay rate is $20–$25 per hour, and benefits eligibility is based on full-time hours, with typical benefits including

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in a related field, such as education, psychology, etc., and at least two years of relevant experience in working on skills development with individuals with developmental disabilities
• OR
• If a Bachelor degree is in an unrelated field, staff must have a minimum of three years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
• OR
• High School Diploma or GED Certificate and at least five years of relevant experience in working on skills development with individuals with developmental disabilities

Responsibilities

• Works with individuals on set goals and objectives under the DESE program
• Completes established documentation for reporting on goals after each shift with the individual and follows protocol for submitting this documentation
• Supports individuals in achieving and maintaining personal well-being and safety
• Provides transportation as required
• Maintains open and timely communication with both family and supervisor
• Provides reliable and appropriate service to individuals and families
• Adheres to policies/procedures
• All other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor or the Director

Job description

Arc of Bristol County in Middleboro, MA is seeking a Life Skills Trainer to assist individuals with developmental disabilities as part of the DESE Family Support program. You will work closely with families, implementing agreed-upon goals and reporting progress to the DESE Family Navigator.

The role requires a Bachelor's or equivalent experience, with multiple pathways described. Pay rate is $20–$25 per hour, and benefits eligibility is based on full-time hours, with typical benefits including