Day Program Skills Instructor (20 dollars per hour)

Communitas, Inc. • Beverly, MA

20d • $20

About The Position

The Day Program Skills Instructor is an integral role in our Day Services Program that teaches adaptive daily living skills to Individuals with developmental disabilities and enhance their work skills through classroom and community services. ​​Think creatively and adapt your own interests (art, music, cooking, health & fitness) to develop curriculum to teach individuals new skills Mentor Individuals, assess needs, create and implement Individual Support Plans (ISP) to enhance independence Plan and oversee community-based activities Provide personal care and assistance to individuals consistent with individual needs as they strive to reach their goals

Requirements

• High School diploma required (BA degree in Human Services or related field preferred)
• At least 1 year of experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities is preferred
• A passion and dedication to supporting our people is a must
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record
• Must pass company background and reference checks

Nice To Haves

• BA degree in Human Services or related field

Responsibilities

• Teach adaptive daily living skills to Individuals with developmental disabilities
• Enhance work skills through classroom and community services
• Think creatively and adapt your own interests (art, music, cooking, health & fitness) to develop curriculum to teach individuals new skills
• Mentor Individuals, assess needs, create and implement Individual Support Plans (ISP) to enhance independence
• Plan and oversee community-based activities
• Provide personal care and assistance to individuals consistent with individual needs as they strive to reach their goals

Benefits

• Tiered pay increases based on years of service, pending performance evaluations
• 3 weeks’ vacation, 1 week sick time, and 12 holidays for new full-time employees
• Low-cost benefit plans – Medical & dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, and long-term disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement eligibility after 90 days of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees