Skills Trainer- Per Diem

HTU; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Student loan support

CNA training reimbursement

DDS Certificate program

Scholarships

Degree completion incentive

Job summary

HTU in Fall River, MA is seeking an in-home specialist to provide 1:1 instruction to youth with developmental disabilities under the DESE/DDS program. You will work with families in home and community settings to develop daily living skills and support participation in local activities.

The role requires confidentiality, cultural sensitivity, and strong communication. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are needed to support individuals as they engage in community-based

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or relevant experience with developmental disabilities.
• Maintain confidentiality as required by law and policy.
• Respect for cultural diversity and inclusive practice.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work effectively with youth and adults with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 assistance and direct skills instruction for youth in the DESE/DDS program.
• Work with families in home and community settings when appropriate.
• Assist with daily living activities including personal hygiene, chores, meal prep, cooking, laundry, and device use.
• Support participation in community activities to build living skills (library, purchases, groups).
• Follow behavior plans to help learners acquire needed skills.
• Provide transportation for individuals when needed.
• Document activities and report progress toward goals.
• Respond to supervisor requests and access agency email and intranet weekly.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

Confidentiality

Cultural sensitivity

Written & verbal communication

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree or relevant experience with developmental disabilities

Job description

Your Role

Here's what you will be doing:

• Provide 1:1 assistance and direct skills instruction for youth diagnosed with developmental disabilities enrolled in the DESE/DDS program.
• Work as part of a family team in the family's home and community when appropriate.
• Assist individuals in typical home-based activities to develop daily living skills including personal hygiene, chores, meal preparation, cooking, laundry, and use of electronic devices.
• Support participation in community-based activities to increase community living skills such as using the library, making purchases, or joining group programs like swimming or gym.
• Follow behavior plans to assist individuals in learning needed skills.
• Provide transportation for individuals when needed.
• Document activities and report progress toward goals.
• Respond to supervisor requests and access agency email and intranet at least weekly.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Bachelor's degree or appropriate experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Understanding of and commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
• Knowledge of and respect for cultural diversity.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work effectively with children and adults with developmental disabilities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay rate of $25.30 per hour.
• Per diem schedule, approximately 3-6 hours per week.

Training & Development

• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Financial support with monthly student loan payments.
• Reimbursement for C.N.A. training and licensing.
• Free DDS Certificate (Human Service).
• Scholarship opportunities.
• Degree completion incentive.