Support Specialist

Justice Resource Institute•Northborough, MA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

JRI’s Developing Abilities program provides opportunities for people to live in homes and apartments in their communities and to grow through job training, supported employment, and day habilitation services. The program provides therapeutic and social supports to enrich the lives of people with disabilities. Support Specialists work in the Willow Tree Day Habilitation Programs in Natick and Northboro, providing high-quality support to adults with developmental disabilities. JRI provides training for the role. The pay range is $19.00 to $25.00 per hour; actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, licensure, certifications, and qualifications.

Requirements

Must be 21 years or older.
Experience working with individuals who have developmental disabilities is required.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, verbally and in writing.
Ability to work efficiently and independently without direct supervision or colleagues present.
Valid driver’s license.
Background checks and driving record evaluations will be conducted.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma preferred.
Fluency in a second language other than English, with the ability to use it to serve clients, qualifies new hires for a bilingual bonus.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality supports to adults with developmental disabilities.
Organize clients’ daily activities.
Implement treatment objectives.
Organize community outings.
Maintain case records.
Teach new work skills.
Supervise individuals in employment settings.
Assist individuals in meeting vocational goals.
Transport individuals in agency vehicles and, when needed, the employee’s own vehicle.

Benefits

$2,000 bilingual bonus for qualifying new hires.
Reimbursement for registration costs and annual fees for professional licenses required for work.
Blue Cross medical benefits.
Delta Dental benefits.
401(k) with employer match up to $800 per year.
Pension after five years of employment.
Tuition reimbursement up to almost $4,000 per year.
Discounted tuition rates at select partner colleges and universities.
Wellness benefits, including employee engagement groups, self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program.
Paid time off of up to 19 days for full-time employees in their first year.