Senior Community-Based Support Specialist

Open Sky Community Services Inc.; Uxbridge (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous PTO

Health Insurance

Employer 403b

Job summary

Open Sky Community Services in Massachusetts is seeking a motivated Employment Coordinator/Assistant to support individuals with developmental disabilities by developing and implementing individualized service and behavioral plans, and by coordinating community engagement through programming and coaching.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and at least one year of healthcare experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, required.
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record, required.
• A minimum of one-year relevant experience in a health care setting is required.
• Experience working with individuals with Developmental Disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing individualized service and behavioral plans.
• Implement activities that facilitate development of valued roles and personal relationships in the community by skill teaching, programming, job sharing, or coaching.
• Assume Employment Coordinator responsibilities in the absence of the coordinator.
• Assist the Employment Coordinator in the general running of the program and developing daily program schedules/assignments and ensuring required documentation is uploaded into eHana.
• Assist the Employment Coordinator in managing the daily program schedule and ensure all meets are met.
• Implement procedures that ensure health, safety, well-being, and assist with personal care of individuals and sites.
• Assist with marketing, employer relations, and job development tasks.
• Communicate pertinent information to stakeholders.
• Orient new staff and provide peer mentoring.
• Monitor program supplies, vehicle maintenance, and facilities needs; provide requisition lists.
• Acquire and maintain all required certifications.
• Participate in team meetings and trainings; perform other related tasks.

Skills

Driver's License

Healthcare experience

DD population experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Open Sky Community Services in Massachusetts is seeking a motivated Employment Coordinator/Assistant to support individuals with developmental disabilities by developing and implementing individualized service and behavioral plans, and by coordinating community engagement through programming and coaching.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and at least one year of healthcare experience.