Community Integration Specialist- TRACS

Advocates • Shrewsbury, MA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

At Advocates, we provide comprehensive services for people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges. We’re a nonprofit, mission-driven organization with a person-centered approach, empowering the individuals we support to make choices, build independence, and live full, meaningful lives. Our work is rooted in respect, compassion, and inclusion, and we envision a world where individual differences are appreciated and celebrated. At Advocates, we value the ideas, experiences, and contributions of employees and are committed to fostering a supportive, welcoming culture where everyone can grow and thrive.

Requirements

• At least 1 year experience working with individuals with disabilities/autism.
• Valid driver’s license along with an acceptable driving status.
• Use of a reliable vehicle, which seats two passengers.

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree preferred.
• Medical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of, and commitment to, agency mission and values.
• Ability to develop meaningful community schedule focusing on individual’s choices and preference.
• Work one on one for a minimum of a 3 hours shift with the client in their local community.
• Ability to think creatively to engage the client and help each person try new opportunities.
• Ability to source volunteer opportunities.
• Help clients with their schedule flexibility, effective communication and skill development.
• Pick client up from their home and work with them on their pre-determined goals and objectives while accessing the community.
• Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED