CASE WORKER/MANAGER DAY

ROAD TO RESPONSIBILITY INC•Marshfield, MA

16d•$23 - $23

About The Position

Establish and implement outcome-oriented employment strategies to maximize individuals’ readiness for community-based employment. Work with the Marketing Department for clinical programs and Employment Service Direct Care staff to promote work readiness. Assist the Program Director with administrative duties, program development, scheduling, and coverage as needed. The role also provides employment-related counseling, supports individuals with employment transitions and daily assignments, and helps implement vocational and behavioral plans. The position requires collaboration with individuals, families, referral sources, co-workers, funders, and host companies, along with adherence to agency and host-company procedures, schedules, and safety protocols. Duties may include physical direct care, transportation, physical restraints following mandated training, and additional tasks such as clearing snow and ice.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree and/or 2–4 years of related experience or training.
Valid driver’s license.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and the internet.
Successful completion and maintenance of all state- and agency-mandated trainings, including medication administration.
Willingness to authorize a Criminal History Background Check (CORI) and release information concerning allegations from the Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC), Department of Developmental Services (DDS), and other agencies.
Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Fluent in English and able to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and communicate effectively with individuals under supervision, employees, families, and community members.
Ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including frequently lifting or moving up to 25 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving up to 60 pounds.

Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate employment services for an assigned caseload, including referrals for needed ancillary services.
Develop strategies to help individuals transition from Community Based Day Services (CBDS) to supported employment and community-based employment.
Provide employment-related counseling to individuals and their families.
Schedule, attend, and participate in meetings concerning assigned individuals and agency-wide task force meetings.
Prepare progress notes, Individual Service Plans, assessments, annual-review objectives, and related data collection in a timely manner.
Implement behavioral plans and other strategies outlined in Employment Barriers Planning documents.
Maintain proactive contact with referral sources, families, and other providers.
Provide on-the-job training and instruction to individuals through daily assignments, individually or in groups.
Prepare reports in accordance with state and agency requirements.
Work with the Program Director to establish and implement vocational and behavioral objectives.
Model appropriate behavior and establish behavioral limits positively and consistently in accordance with behavioral plans.
Attend mandated Safety Care training and implement physical restraints when needed to assist with behavioral management.
Interact collaboratively, courteously, empathetically, and professionally with co-workers, clients, volunteers, and funders.
Participate in the Positive Behavior Support initiative and complete the Quality Behavior Curriculum.
Provide transportation to host companies for the Supported Employment Program (SEP) as needed.
Follow applicable procedures for each host company.
Provide physical direct care as needed, including physical or mechanical transfers to a van, chair, or other location.
Follow program routines and schedules, as well as the schedules and needs of RTR, individuals under supervision, and customers or host companies.
Follow agency safety protocols and all RTR policies and procedures.
Participate in on-the-job training and coach new co-workers as directed.
Perform additional duties or substitute for others as required, potentially including clearing snow and ice from walkways, vehicles, parking lots, and roads using shovels or snow blowers and applying deicing agents.
Develop and provide services in accordance with RTR’s philosophies, including staff and Board beliefs.
Assist the Program Director with administrative duties, program development, scheduling, and coverage as needed.