COMMUNITY INCLUSION SPECIALIST
About The Position
Resources for Human Development is seeking a Community Inclusion Specialist to support adults with developmental disabilities in community-based activities and outings. The role promotes independence, self-advocacy, and community participation through person-centered support, life-skills development, and recreational, educational, and social activities. The specialist implements Individual Support Plans and person-centered goals, provides transportation to activities and appointments, documents progress, manages outing budgets and expenses as needed, and provides basic first aid while ensuring participant safety. This is a part-time, community-based position in Massachusetts. The schedule is flexible as needed to support program activities, and some evening or weekend hours may be required. Compensation is $23.09 per hour.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least three years of experience working with adults with developmental disabilities.
- Valid driver's license and a vehicle.
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and accompany individuals in community settings.
- Ability to transport participants safely in the community using a personal vehicle.
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Human Services or a related field.
- Experience facilitating community-based programming.
Responsibilities
- Support adults with developmental disabilities in community-based activities and outings.
- Implement Individual Support Plans and person-centered goals.
- Facilitate meaningful recreational, educational, and social activities.
- Promote independence, self-advocacy, and community participation.
- Provide transportation to community activities and appointments.
- Complete required documentation and progress notes.
- Manage outing budgets and activity expenses as needed.
- Provide basic first aid and ensure participant safety.
Benefits
- DailyPay access to earned wages before payday.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Generous paid time off.
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Wellness Program.
- Company-paid training.
- Paid training programs.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Ongoing support and mentorship.
- Opportunities across multiple service lines.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
