Residential Skills Instructor

Advocates•Natick, MA

About The Position

As a Residential Skills Instructor at Advocates, you will work directly with adults with developmental disabilities to help them build skills, make choices, and live as independently as possible in their homes and communities. This hands-on role involves teaching daily living skills, encouraging independence, supporting personal goals, and helping individuals participate in their communities. You will get to know the people you support and help turn their goals into everyday successes. You will work with a team to implement individualized service, behavioral, and treatment plans, track progress, and provide consistent encouragement. Advocates is a nonprofit, mission-driven organization providing comprehensive services to people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges. Its person-centered approach emphasizes choice, independence, respect, compassion, and inclusion. Advocates will pay for you to obtain RBT certification for this position.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Experience implementing behavioral plans and collecting data.
Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and willingness to transport individuals.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Commitment to providing respectful, person-centered care.
Basic computer proficiency.
Full range of motion in the upper and lower extremities.
Ability to lift furniture and/or objects or persons weighing over 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

At least 3 years of experience in human services.
Familiarity with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
Experience working with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

Implement individual service plans, behavioral plans, and treatment plans.
Track and document progress, data, and daily interactions.
Support individuals with daily routines, skill-building, and personal goals.
Promote self-advocacy, decision-making, and independence.
Facilitate community integration and meaningful activities.
Assist with home maintenance and maintain a clean, welcoming environment.
Provide transportation to appointments and community activities.
Monitor and safeguard individuals’ funds as assigned.
Communicate and document significant health, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns.
Complete clinical notes and reports in a timely manner.
Participate in team meetings, supervision, and required trainings.
Maintain required certifications, including CPR, First Aid, MAP, and Safety Care.
Provide physical intervention in crisis situations when necessary.