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Advocates Developmental Specialist in Franklin, Massachusetts
Overview
Starting Rate: $20/hour
Promote the values,dreamsand potential of individuals with developmental disabilities through education and meaningful activities.
Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma/GED
Additional Shift Details
8am-4pm
Responsibilities
Ensure clinical and programmatic planning and implementation for consumers: ISPs, behavior plans, learning styles, data collection systems
Ensure that assigned individuals are involved in the community activities of their choice
Integrate individualized outcomes for consumers and staff into group management
Ensure adequate staffing to meet needs of individuals
Supervise Support Specialists and relief staff to carry out their responsibilities and the agency mission
Assist Program Supervisor in administrative planning of program
Assume responsibility of Support Specialist as needed
Maintain accurate and complete records, reports and data necessary to meet the requirements of HMEA and any certifying or regulatory agency
Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned
Competencies:
Problem Solving-identifiesand resolves problemsin a timely mannerand gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
Respect –shows respect for self, coworkers and the individuals supported.
Interpersonal Skills-maintainsconfidentiality,remainsopen to others’ideasandexhibitswillingness to try new things.
Oral communication- speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situationsdemonstratesgroup presentation skills.
Written Communication-is able toread and write information to communicate.
Planning/organizing- prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.
Quality control-demonstratesaccuracy and thoroughness andmonitorsown work to ensure quality.
Adaptability- adapts to changes in the work environment and deals with frequent change,delaysor unexpected events.
Dependability- is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to managementdirectionandsolicitsfeedback to improve performance.
Safety and security- actively promotes and personallyobservessafety and securityprocedures, anduses equipment and materials properly.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Service/Special Education, or related field
Alternative to a degree must have at least two years of work experience in a training program for persons with developmental disabilities
One year experience in training program for developmental disabilities
One year supervisory experience
Valid driver’s license
Acceptable driving status as determined by HMEA insurance company
Use of a reliable vehicle which seats two passengers
HMEA, Inc is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles of affirmative action.
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Job Locations US-MA-Franklin
Minimum Education Required High School Diploma/GED
Job ID 2023-9623
Organization HMEA
Type Regular Full-Time
Number of Hours Per Week 40
Business Unit Developmental Services