About us

Valley Educational Associates strives to improve the quality of life for adults with developmental disabilities in Western MA since 1982. Valley Educational Associates started with a small, eight-person program and now serves over 85 individuals in three beautiful program facilities throughout Western Massachusetts.

We are seeking candidates for our Chicopee location. Are you dedicated and enthusiastic, with a team-driven and collaborative spirit? If this is you, we would love for you to join our team. You can learn more about our program by going to www.ValleyEducational.org.

Hours/ Shift: 8:30-4:30PM

Days: Full-time, Monday - Friday position. Weekends off!

Responsibilities:

• Direct care to individuals, including assistance with feeding, toileting, and other personal hygiene needs, as needed
• Working with individuals in supported employment with hands-on training and positive reinforcement
• Teaching classes, lessons, and workshops in our community-based day support program
• Transporting individuals with company or personal vehicles to the community for social and recreational activities
• Working with employers for individual rights and support
• Participating actively as a team member in the daily functions of the program (i.e. cleaning and maintenance of work area and offices, participation in team projects, etc.)
• Accurate record keeping and data collection on a daily basis for the individuals in your charge.
• Utilizing approved, positive behavior management plans to ensure and teach acceptable behaviors in the workplace and community setting
• Providing agency-approved applied non-violence de-escalation and physical restraint techniques, as needed
• Passing medication to participants on a daily basis in compliance with MAP certification

Job Coach Qualifications & Requirements:

• Valid driver's license, vehicle registration, vehicle insurance, and good working order vehicle (no exceptions)
• Resiliency for working with highly physical and mentally stressful situations
• Medication Administration (MAP) certification is required once hired
• Current CPR and first aid certification (or certified after hire)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 1 year's experience working with a developmentally or intellectually disabled or similar population in a vocational or rehabilitation setting and/or relevant background preffered
• Compassion & empathy for people with developmental & intellectual disabilities
• Data record keeping skills
• Creative and thoughtful situation resolution abilities

Job Coach Benefits:

• Company-sponsored health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401k with company match
• 11 paid holidays, plus a paid birthday holiday
• Paid sick time and vacation time
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Paid trainings & professional development
• Free parking

Questions: 413.349.4120

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person