Skills Trainer -AWC

Advocates • Dennis, MA

115d • $25 - $25

About The Position

The Skills Trainer works in a 1:1 setting assisting an individual with developmental disabilities in participating in normative home and community based activities. The goal of the skills trainer is to work with the individual to increase their daily, independent, and community living skills. This may include, personal hygiene tasks, meal preparation, chores, money management, learning to use the library, making a purchase at a store, or participating in a community group activity such as swimming or using a gym.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field such as education or psychology and at least two years of relevant experience in working on skills development with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field with a minimum of three years working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• High School Diploma/GED Certificate and at least five years of relevant experience in working on skills development with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated commitment to the principles and practices of individual empowerment and community integration.
• Sensitivity to the needs of the population supported.
• High energy level and superior interpersonal skills.
• Ability to function in a team atmosphere.
• Must hold a valid drivers’ license and have access to an operational and insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with developmental disabilities in participating in normative home and community based activities.
• Work with individuals to increase their daily, independent, and community living skills.
• Support personal hygiene tasks, meal preparation, chores, and money management.
• Teach individuals how to use the library and make purchases at stores.
• Facilitate participation in community group activities such as swimming or gym usage.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED