Integration Specialists (Direct Care)

Nonotuck Resource Associates is actively seeking a dedicated Integration

Specialist to join our team and provide community and home services,

along with direct care, to individuals with developmental disabilities

enrolled in our Community Based Day Supports program. If you are

passionate about fostering independence, creating meaningful

connections, and supporting individuals in their journey towards a full

community-based life, we invite you to apply for this rewarding

position. As an Integration Specialist, you will have the primary

responsibility for at least one person supported, with opportunities for

cross-training with other individuals. Your role encompasses a variety

of duties aimed at promoting independence, fostering relationships, and

ensuring a positive community-based experience. Integration Specialist

(Full Time Non-Exempt, Monday-Friday, Flexible Hours) North Adams, MA

Pay Range: \$20.00 - \$22.00/Hour **Key Responsibilities:** -

Individualized Support o Develop a deep understanding of each person

supported, including their unique strengths, needs, goals, and desires.

• Assist individuals in articulating their needs, goals, and desires to
  
  

facilitate personalized care. - Team Collaboration o Work

collaboratively as a member of a team to support individuals in

developing a full community-based daytime life. o Collaborate with

Program Director, Assistant Program Directors, Shared Living Providers,

and other stakeholders. - Positive Image and Relationships o Support and

exert personal initiative to ensure that each person presents a positive

image of themselves and the program. o Assist individuals in developing

long-lasting and meaningful relationships with family, friends,

community members, co-workers (where applicable), and becoming active

community participants. - Community Engagement o Assist individuals in

participating fully in community activities, including group

memberships, volunteer commitments, educational opportunities, leisure

and social pursuits, and employment where applicable. - Documentation

and Monitoring o Complete Individual Service Plan goals and activities

in collaboration with the team. o Monitor activities of daily living

(ADL) and provide necessary support. - Communication o Work closely with

guardians, family members, community health care practitioners, and

other institutions to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care.

• Qualifications:** - 2 years experience working with individuals with
  
  

Developmental Disabilities Preferred. - High School Diploma - Computer

and organizational planning. - Strong interpersonal and communication

skills. - Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. -

Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the

individuals supported. - Community experience that expands specifically

to the Department of Developmental Services, Adult Foster Care Services,

HCBS waivers (supporting those with a Brain Injury or those who have

chronic conditions affecting their availability to live safely in the

community) preferred. - Background check required. - Valid driver\'s

license with an excellent RMV record (subject to RMV background check).

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