What are the responsibilities and job description for the Habilitation Coordinator I position at Hogan Regional Center?
This position is located at the Hogan Regional Center (7HC) in Danvers, MA.
The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is seeking candidates to a Habilitation Coordinator I (HabCo I) position at Hogan Regional Center. The ideal candidate will be passionate about making a difference in the lives of people with intellectual and or developmental disabilities. The Habilitation Coordinator ensures the provision of quality work supports to individuals. This position affords valuable work experience to build one’s foundation for professional development and advancement.
Duties and Responsibilities: (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive)
- Ensure the provision of quality work supports to individuals with cognitive, social, physical, violent and extreme behavioral needs.
- Supervise and support staff assigned to each worksite and assigned to residential divisions.
- Assess individuals and develop goals, training plans, and progress reports.
- Teach functional life, job, academic, and social skills.
- Collaborate with and carry over plans from other disciplines, such as psychology, recreation, speech, occupational, and physical therapy.
- Develop activities, routines, and schedules for vocational, residential, and day programs in accordance with the ISP.
- Develop vocational, pre-vocational, and volunteer activities within the facility as well as community settings.
- Monitor individuals’ work monies and assume additional administrative responsibility as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, procedures and practices of supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Working knowledge of methods and practices of teaching
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing to appropriately articulate and document case activities.
- Ability to discuss individuals support needs with interdisciplinary teams and administrative staff.
- Ability to plan and develop work activities for individuals.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1 – 3 years of professional teaching experience.
- Competency to train and instruct teaching methods and techniques using principles of human growth and development.
- Knowledge and experience as an interdisciplinary team member involved in the Individual Service Plan (ISP) process.
Agency Requirements:
- Must possess current and valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
Schedule Information:
Full-time 40 Hours
Monday – Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
About the Department of Developmental Services:
The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.
For more information about our agency and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dds
Pre-Hire Process:
Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website,
- Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.
Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes:
- Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) Abuse Registry Search: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/dppc-abuser-registry
- Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori
- National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check. https://www.mass.gov/lists/dds-fingerprint-background-checks
For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122 Ext. #4.
Based on assignment, incumbents may be required to obtain and maintain Medication Administration Program (MAP) certification.
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
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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Title 101 CMR 23.00 (“Regulation”) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.
