Day Program Skills Instructor
Positions open in Wakefield, Woburn, or Beverly (MA) Salary: $18 per hour Hours: Full time or Part time, Monday-Friday between 8am-4pm ***Communitas is offering full time and part time hours on a seasonal basis***
If you're a college student home for the holiday breaks and looking to gain experience - great! If you work multiple jobs or are only available at certain hours of the day - no problem! If you would like to work on a seasonal or temporary basis - sure! We would love to have you apply and join our team!
About Us!
Empowering people. Supporting independence. Inspiring dreams.
Communitas is dedicated to delivering individualized, family-centered services, programs, and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, throughout their lifespan and in their communities.
Summary: Teach adaptive daily living skills to individuals with developmental disabilities and enhance their work skills through classroom and community services.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Teach adaptive daily living skills to individuals with developmental disabilities
- Enhance work skills within classroom and community settings
- Mentor individuals to enhance independence
- Think creatively to adapt your own interests, such as art, music, and health & fitness, to teach individuals new skills
- Develop and implement curriculum both inside and outside the classroom
- Create and implement Individual Support Plans (ISP)
- Plan and oversee community-based activities
- Assess individual needs, help create teaching programs
- Provide personal care and assistance to individuals as they strive to reach their goals
Qualifications:
- High School diploma is required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Services or a related field is preferred
- A passion and dedication to supporting our people
- A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record
- Reliable transportation
- Must pass a CORI background check, fingerprinting, and reference check
Benefits of Working With Us!
- Pay increases after 1 year of service, pending a performance evaluation.
- 3 weeks of vacation, 1 week of sick time, 12 holidays.
- Employee Referral Bonus of up to $500!
- Competitive tiered pay rates based on years of service.
- Medical/dental insurance, employer paid life Insurance, and long term disability insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan