Weekend Skills Trainer

BILT, Inc.; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Career advancement

Supervision hours for RBTs

Positive impact

Job summary

Bridging Independent Living Together, Inc. (BILT, Inc.) in Newton, MA is seeking a part-time In-Home Skills Trainer to support individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities in their homes and communities. You will teach daily living skills to promote independence and engage clients in community activities.

The role requires driving clients in personal vehicles, documenting progress, and participating in trainings within a growing nonprofit organization.

Qualifications

• Must have a car and valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass CORI and other background checks.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds and be on the go for hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living and social skills.
• Provide ongoing support, role modeling and guidance.
• Document daily notes on participants' progress.
• Attend trainings and review meetings as required.

Skills

ADLs assistance

Driving

Job description

Job Description

Job Opportunity in the Newton, MA area for a part-time role for afternoon shifts.

Job Description

Job Opportunity in the Newton, MA area for a part-time role for afternoon shifts.

Join Our Mission to empower individuals with disabilities!

Are you passionate, motivated, and ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities? Bridging Independent Living Together, Inc. (BILT, Inc.) is looking for self-initiating team members who share our mission of providing quality, personalized services to individuals in their homes and communities.

Who We Are

We are a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with varying disabilities. At BILT, Inc., we pride ourselves on taking the \"impossible\" and making it \"possible\". Our work is diverse-ranging from teaching individuals how to secure employment and enjoy community outings to offering vital respite care and mentorship. We serve individuals between the ages of 3 and 65, helping them achieve greater independence in all aspects of their lives.

Who We're Looking For

As a In-Home Skills Trainer for the Newton, MA area, you will play a vital role in providing individuals with the guidance and tools they need to enhance their daily living skills and achieve greater independence. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as personal care, hygiene, household maintenance, food shopping, meal preparation, budgeting, and social skills development.


• Providing ongoing support, role modeling, and guidance in improving personal responsibility, community living skills, and socialization.


• Facilitating leisure activities and encouraging engagement in social and recreational activities.


• Transporting individuals to appointments, work, and recreational outings


• Documenting daily notes on program participants' progress and any changes


• Attending review meetings, trainings, and other related appointments as required


• Other duties as required.

Requirements

Car and valid driver's license is a MUST. (You will be taking individuals into the community in personal vehicles; mileage reimbursement provided). A clean driving record is REQUIRED. Ability to pass a CORI and other background checks. Strong sense of responsibility and commitment to helping others. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at a time. Must be able to be on feet and on-the-go for hours at a time, including accompanying clients for walks, slight swim/wadding pool, gym sessions, music, shopping, and other activities.

Must be comfortable driving clients to and from places, as needed.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on education and experience.


• Mileage reimbursement.


• Ongoing professional development opportunities.


• Opportunities for career advancement as a growing organization.


• Ability to provide supervision hours to RBTs or school internships.


• A chance to truly make a positive impact in the lives of others.

Work Hours

Ideal schedule for this specific role is for WEEKENDS.

In general: We are open Monday thru Sunday 9am-8pm, so ample opportunity for a schedule to be crafted within that, including unconventional hours. This isn't a typical 9-5. It's better!

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: BILT, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status.

Job Type: Part-time

Ability to Commute: Newton, MA area, as well as Woburn headquarters as needed.

Work Location: In-person/in client's home