Residential Skills Instructor

Advocates•Millville, MA

About The Position

The Residential Skills Instructor works directly with adults with developmental disabilities in their homes and communities. The role supports individuals in building daily living skills, making choices, pursuing personal goals, and living as independently as possible. The instructor gets to know the people they support and helps them participate actively in their communities and achieve meaningful everyday successes. As part of a supportive team, the instructor implements individualized service, behavioral, and treatment plans; documents and tracks progress; and provides consistent encouragement. The position also involves helping maintain a clean and welcoming home, providing transportation, addressing significant health or behavioral concerns, and using physical intervention when necessary in crisis situations. Advocates is a nonprofit, mission-driven organization providing comprehensive services for people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges. Its person-centered approach emphasizes choice, independence, respect, compassion, inclusion, and meaningful lives. The organization values employee contributions and fosters a supportive culture where employees can learn, grow, and make an impact.

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 upper and lower extremity range of motion.
Ability to lift furniture and/or objects or persons weighing over 50 lbs.

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 maintaining 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.