Skills Trainer

Advocates; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Advocates is seeking a Skills Trainer in Boston to assist individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living activities. This role emphasizes on-site support to enhance community integration and independence.

Responsibilities include personal hygiene, meal prep, and community engagement. A Bachelor’s degree or HS diploma with relevant experience is required. Pay ranges from $25-$30 per hour, based on the individual's needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in special education, psychology, or related field or HS diploma and 2 years of relevant experience.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living skills.
• Work with individuals on personal hygiene, meal preparation, and community activities.
• Transport individuals as needed.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Judgment

Computer Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education or Psychology

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Shift Details

• Natick 4hrs/week – ABA experience preferred $25/hr
• Northborough 3hrs/week $25/hr
• Framingham 3hrs/week $30/hr
• Framingham 8hrs/week $25/hr
• Framingham 10hrs/week $25/hr
• Dedham 3hrs/week $25/hr
• Milford 7hrs/week $25/hr
• Boston 20hrs/week $25/hr

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/GED

Responsibilities

Rate- $25-$30/hour

The Skills Trainer works in a 1:1 setting assisting an individual with developmental disabilities in participating in normative home and community based activities. The goal of the skills trainer is to work with the individual to increase their daily, independent, and community living skills. This may include personal hygiene tasks, meal preparation, chores, money management, learning to use the library, making a purchase at a store, or participating in a community group activity such as swimming or using a gym.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in special education or psychology or related field or HS diploma or equivalent and 2 years of relevant experience in working on skills development with individuals with developmental disabilities including individuals that are blind or visually impaired.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and ability to use good judgment.
• Demonstrated commitment to the principles and practices of individual empowerment and community integration.
• Sensitivity to the needs of the population we support
• High energy level, superior interpersonal skills and ability to function in a team atmosphere
• Must hold a valid drivers’ license. Must have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport individuals.