What are the responsibilities and job description for the Life Skills Trainer position at The Arc of Bristol County dba proAbility?
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Position: Skills Trainer - DESE Program
Department: Family Support
Department: Family Support
Schedule: Flexible weekdays after 3pm
Pay Rate: $20-$25/hour
About Us
The Arc of Bristol County provides innovative services and programs that empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live their best lives. Through advocacy, community partnerships, and exceptional support, we promote growth, inclusion, and innovation for people of all abilities.
Benefits*:
- Voluntary Retirement 403(b)
- Life Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
- Pet Insurance
- Mileage Reimbursement
The Life Skills Trainer assists the individual's participation in normative home and community-based activities. The Life Skills Trainer works closely with the family in implementing chosen goals and reports directly to the DESE Family Navigator.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor Degree in a related field, such as education, psychology, etc., and at least two years of relevant experience in working on skills development with individuals with developmental disabilities
OR
- If a Bachelor degree is in an unrelated field, staff must have a minimum of three years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
OR
- High School Diploma or GED Certificate and at least five years of relevant experience in working on skills development with individuals with developmental disabilities.
- A Safe driving record, current driver's license, personal vehicle, and current motor vehicle liability insurance are required if providing transportation. *Required
Job Responsibilities:
- Works with individuals on set goals and objectives under the DESE program
- Completes established documentation for reporting on goals after each shift with the individual and follows protocol for submitting this documentation
- Supports individuals in achieving and maintaining personal well-being and safety
- Provides transportation as required
- Maintains open and timely communication with both family and supervisor
- Provides reliable and appropriate service to individuals and families
- Maintains required certifications (CPR/AED, First Aid, Services/Supports/ NCI, etc.)
- Adheres to policies/procedures
- All other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor or the Director
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities, we invite you to apply today and join our dedicated team at The Arc of Bristol County!
- Benefits eligibility is based on full-time hours.
Employment compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act
The physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to use hands in order to handle or feel objects, tools, and controls; reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, talk, and hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, and sit, and may occasionally be required to lift/transfer up to 50/70 lbs. Alone or occasionally up to 200 lbs. with the assistance of other staff. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
The physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to use hands in order to handle or feel objects, tools, and controls; reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, talk, and hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, and sit, and may occasionally be required to lift/transfer up to 50/70 lbs. Alone or occasionally up to 200 lbs. with the assistance of other staff. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Salary : $20 - $25