Senior Community Based Support Staff - BVES Uxbridge

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

Job Description:

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.

BASIC PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Being punctual
• Informing supervisor
• Remaining alert and focused
• Requesting assistance
• Getting along with co-workers
• Completing assigned tasks
• Acting in a professional manner
• Attending training
• Abiding by agency expectations

JOB DUTIES:

1. Assist in developing and implementing individualized service and behavioral plans.
2. Implement activities that facilitate the development of valued roles and personal relationships in the community by skill teaching, programming, job sharing, or coaching.
3. Assume Employment Coordinator responsibilities in the absence of the coordinator.
4. Assist the Employment Coordinator in the general running of the program as well as developing and implementing daily program schedules/assignments and Review, complete and ensure all required documentation are uploaded into eHana.
5. Assist the Employment Coordinator in the management of the daily program schedule and ensure all meets are met.
6. Implement all procedures that ensure the health, safety, well-being, and assist with personal care of all individuals and physical sites.
7. Assist with marketing, employer relations, and job development tasks.
8. Communicate pertinent information to stakeholders.
9. Orient new staff and provide peer mentoring
10. Monitor program supplies, vehicle maintenance, physical plant needs, and provide the Employment Coordinator with a requisition list.
11. Acquire and maintain all required certifications.
12. Participate in team meetings, supervisions, and other assigned meetings.
13. Perform other related tasks as assigned.
14. Acquire and maintain all certifications

Pay Range: $20.25 - $20.25

About Us:

At Open Sky Community Services, we open our doors, hearts, and minds to the belief that every individual, regardless of perceived limitations, deserves the chance to live a productive and fulfilling life. Open Sky is on an anti-racist journey, committed to learning, living, and breathing inclusion, opportunity, diversity, racial equity, and justice for ALL. At Open Sky, you’ll join over 1,300 compassionate and highly trained professionals who put innovative, evidence-based practices to work in ways that positively impact our communities across Central Massachusetts and beyond. As a trauma-informed organization, Open Sky strives for transparency, sensitivity, and a workplace culture that values diverse perspectives, continuous learning, and employee well-being. Our commitment to creating a positive and supportive work environment has earned Open Sky repeated recognition as a Top Workplace, including honors from USA TODAY, The Boston Globe, and the national Top Workplaces program. Open Sky is proud to be an industry leader in pay and benefits. Open the Door to Possibility and begin your career with Open Sky today!

Benefits of Working for Open Sky Include:

Excellent Supervision (Individual and Group), Professional Development, and Training Opportunities Generous paid time off plan – you start with 29 days (almost 6 weeks!) in your first year, including 12 paid holidays. Increases to 32 days in your 2nd year, and the current maximum is 43 days (OVER 8 WEEKS!) We pay for your higher education! Ask about our Tuition Reimbursement Program, and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications. Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Prescription Plan 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match Life Insurance (100% Employer-Paid) Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program And more!

Open Sky celebrates diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, or disabled Veteran status.

Thank you for your interest in Open Sky Community Services - Where Your Work Matters!

Open Sky Community Services, Inc. offers a wide range of services for adults, adolescents, and children experiencing mental health challenges, developmental and intellectual disabilities, substance use disorders, brain injury, homelessness and other complex challenges. Open Sky has 1,300 employees, an annual budget of over $100 million and more than 100 programs throughout the region serving more than 8,000 individuals. We support those we serve to achieve their definition of wellness, and pursue the opportunities and relationships that are meaningful to them. We help them see beyond what they thought was possible, to find their open sky.

For more information, please visit www.openskycs.org.