Specialized Skills Instructor - Voyage
Wakefield, MAFull-time$21.5/hrPosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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Communitas, Inc. is hiring a Specialized Skills Instructor - Voyage. The Specialized Skills Instructor provides personal care and skill development training for individuals with developmental disabilities within the Day Services Program. This role emphasizes communication and sensory needs, working within a structured schedule of activities. The instructor develops and implements activities that promote personal choice, community inclusion, dignity, and respect.
Key focus areas include Develop and implement activities that promote personal choice, community inclusion, dignity, and respect while enhancing personal skill development, Ensure activities and training for the individual enhances their Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s), and Actively participate in interventions.
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, Valid Driver’s License, and Acceptable Driving Record. Important skills include Supporting People. Preferred (not required): Develop Activities, Implement Activities, Promote Personal Choice, and Community Inclusion.
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About us!
Empowering People. Supporting Independence. Inspiring Dreams.
Here at Communitas, we are dedicated to delivering individualized, family-centered services, programs, and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, throughout their life span and in their communities.
Why work for us?
Recognized and honored as a Top Workplace for 2024 - 2026 – Communitas is proud to welcome you to a work environment that is dedicated to rewarding and supporting our valued employees for their hard work, passion, creativity, and relentless drive to make a positive impact in our community.
As a Communitas employee, you are the heart, soul, and foundation of our agency, and contribute to a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of others. This dedication and collaborative spirit that our employees exhibit each day makes our mission to empower people and enrich lives possible. For these efforts, we express our deep appreciation through:
| Competitive Tiered Pay Rates | Low-Cost Benefits | Flexible Schedules | Opportunities for Advancement |
| Quarterly Appreciation Events | Tuition Reimbursement | Supportive Coworkers | Compassion-centric Environment |
The role!
Position: Specialized Skills Instructor - Voyage
Location: Wakefield, MA
Pay rate: $21.50 per hour
Hours: Full-time, Monday - Friday (8am-4pm) Status: Non-exempt
Benefits of Working for us!
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Tiered pay increases based on years of service, pending performance evaluations
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3 weeks’ vacation, 1 week sick time, and 12 holidays for new full-time employees
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Low-cost benefit plans – Medical & dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, and long-term disability coverage
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Tuition reimbursement eligibility after 90 days of employment
Summary & Responsibilities
The Voyage Skills Instructor is a specialized role within our Day Services Program that provides personal care and skill development training in an enhanced ratio for Individuals with developmental disabilities . Voyage is one of Communitas’ Autism Programs that have a more structured schedule of activities with an emphasis on communication and sensory needs.
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Develop and implement activities that promote personal choice, community inclusion, dignity, and respect while enhancing personal skill development
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Ensure activities and training for the individual enhances their Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s)
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Actively participate in interventions, provide positive, knowledgeable support to employees and managers, ensure crisis plans and behavior support plans are followed
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Provide personal care and assistance to Individuals consistent with individual needs as they strive to reach their goals
Qualifications
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High School diploma required (BA degree in Human Services or related field preferred)
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At least 1 year of experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities is preferred
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A passion and dedication to supporting our people is a must
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Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record
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Must pass company background and reference checks
Check out our website: https://communitasma.org/
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