Skills Instructor - Day Supports

Advocates; Franklin (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Skills Instructor to join their team. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to work with adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities, autism, or brain injuries. You will play a vital role in assisting participants with daily living activities and providing developmental skills training through engaging recreational and therapeutic services. Advocates values a healthy work-life balance and provides generous perks, making this a rewarding start to a career in education or human services. If you're passionate about making a difference in people's lives, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous perks of employment

Room for advancement

Healthy work-life balance

Qualifications

• Entry-level role requiring interpersonal and communication skills.
• High School Diploma is essential; a degree in relevant fields is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with disabilities in daily living activities.
• Provide skills training and encourage community integration.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Education or Human Services

Job description

Overview

*Starting rate $18.50/hour*

The Skills Instructor position is a hands-on, entry-level role working with adults who have an intellectual or developmental disability, autism, or a brain injury. In this role, you will work with a larger team at Advocates’ Day Services location in Ashland, including other Skills Instructors, Case Managers, Employment Coaches, and Program Managers. You will assist program participants with activities of daily living, provide developmental skills training through recreational and therapeutic services, and encourage community integration.

You will assist in developing and following Service Plans for those we support, as well as teaching and role modeling daily living skills and positive behaviors. Serving as a skills instructor is a rewarding way to begin a career in education and/or human services.

Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for advancement.