Vocational Instructor

The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is dedicated to creating, in partnership with others, innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities to participate fully and meaningfully in, and contribute to, their communities as valued members.

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seeks caring and compassionate applicants for the role of Vocational Instructor A/B who are committed to building meaningful relationships in order to provide outstanding care and service. The Vocational Instructor A/B instructs individuals in a day program setting and helps to implement established treatment plans.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Provides direct supports to individuals at work, some with violent and extreme behaviors, high medical, cognitive, and/or physical needs
• Assists individuals in meeting his/her personal care and nutritional needs as it occurs at work or in the morning when assisting people to prepare for work
• Instructs clients in a day program setting in the areas of social, cognitive, motor, behavioral and communicative skill
• development and refinement.
• Implements established treatment plans in order to provide quality day programs
• Ensures clients human rights when participating in day program by maintaining a safe and healthy programming
• environment
• Provides training appropriate to clients’ individualized needs
• Promotes client dignity, self-worth and esteem
• Determines clients’ functional status by assessing clients against established day program exit criteria in conjunction with supervisor(s) and co-workers so that appropriate day programming services are provided
• Works cooperatively in a multi-disciplinary environment to meet the goals and objectives of the individuals Coordinated Treatment Plans

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to develop and maintain a respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical, and empowering relationship with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of the safety practices and procedures followed in an assigned vocational subject area

Agency Requirements:

• Must possess current and valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

For more information about our agency and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dds

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE: At least one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, mental illness, and/or blindness; in vocational or industrial training; or in vocational or industrial instruction.

SUBSTITUTIONS:

- An Associate's or higher degree in industrial arts or vocational education may be substituted for the required experience on the basis of two years of education for one year of experience.

- One year of education equals 30 semester hours. Education toward degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

LICENSES: Based on assignment, travel may be required. Those employees who elect to use a motor vehicle for travel must have a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's license or the equivalent from another state.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

Comprehensive Benefits

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $53,404.26 - $72,134.66 per year

Medical Specialty:

• Home Health

Physical Setting:

• Long term care

Work Location: In person

Salary : $53,404 - $72,135