What are the responsibilities and job description for the 1:1 Developmental Specliast position at COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS INC?
If you believe nights and weekends are for your family and friends, and not spent working, then have we got a job for you. Community Connections Inc. is looking for 1:1 Developmental Specialists to join our Day Center team based in Fairhaven, MA. In this role you will support individuals with disabilities by providing direct support on a one to one basis. You will partner with Community Connections in their mission to provide optimal independence and enriching services to people with disabilities. We are looking a 1:1 Developmental Specialist with a commitment to compassion, teamwork and serving the community.
What You'll Do as a 1:1 Developmental Specialists:
- Implement Day Habilitation Service Plan (DHSP) objectives
- Document individuals’ progress towards DHSP objectives
- Assist individuals physically as necessary
- Ensure the health, safety, and general well being of the individual
- Provide and maintain community based habilitation/therapeutic experiences through social, recreational and volunteer opportunities, based on the individual’s needs and wishes
- Transport the individual as assigned
What You'll Need as a 1:1 Developmental Specialists:
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
- 1 year's experience and/or training working with individuals with disabilities
- Valid driver's license, and satisfactory driving record
- Acceptable criminal background check required
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to work independently
- Strong computer and word processing skills
Who You Are as a 1:1 Developmental Specialists:
- An advocate for individuals with disabilities
- Someone who is willing to learn
- Someone who wants weekends free
- A team player
What Community Connections Can Provide You:
- Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO Health Insurance
- Blue Cross Blue Shield MA Dental Blue
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue 20/20 Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- PTO: 9 Paid Holidays, 10 Vacation days, 3 Personal days
- Employer paid Group Life/AD&D Insurance
- Employer Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
- 403b Retirement Plan with Discretionary Employer Match
- A workplace with both heart and soul
- Personal and professional development
- The opportunity to positively impact the lives of the individuals we serve
Community Connections Inc. is an EEO employer, disability and veterans.
For a current list of all of our career opportunities please visit https://communityconnectionsinc.org/careers