Specialized Skills Instructor - Upward Program

Communitas, Inc. • Woburn, MA

12d • $21

About The Position

The Upward Skills Instructor is a specialized role within our Day Services Program that mentor individuals with higher abilities on the Autism spectrum to enhance their independence by helping them network socially, develop friendships, and create new relationships through our Upward Program.​​ Provide personal assistance, teach, and support a group of young people who have autism without a developmental disability Assess Individuals’ trainings needs, cultivate descriptive teaching programs, and monitor effectives through data collection Adapt your own interests (art, music, cooking, health & fitness, etc.) to teach others new skills Develop and implement 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

• Provide personal assistance, teach, and support a group of young people who have autism without a developmental disability
• Assess Individuals’ trainings needs, cultivate descriptive teaching programs, and monitor effectives through data collection
• Adapt your own interests (art, music, cooking, health & fitness, etc.) to teach others new skills
• Develop and implement 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