Developmental Specialist - Day Habilitation Program

Joining our team as a Developmental Specialist offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need. If you are passionate about providing quality care and support to individuals with diverse challenges, we welcome your application. Job description PRIDE, Inc Job Title: Developmental Specialist Department: Day Habilitation Reports To: Program Manager/Director FLSA Status: Non Exempt / Full Time SUMMARY Coordinate the design and delivery of individualized Day Habilitation services to assigned individuals, with the goal of skill retention/acquisition; independence; and community integration. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Ensure clinical and programmatic planning and implementation of services as specified in DHSP to assigned participants. Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Assist individuals to understand and overcome social and emotional problems. Train /assist assigned individuals on-site for skills acquisition, individualizing training methods according to therapeutic requirements/needs and support them to adapt to community sites, demands & expectations. Assist individuals in developing community skills, including training of public transportation and other Developmental Skill areas. Serve as an advocate for individuals both in the program and in the community. Maintain permanent case records including comprehensive progress notes and other data according to policy requirements. Maintain on-going communication and support with other pertinent staff regarding participant issues or services. Participate in on-going assessment, modification, and development of program and services. Assist individuals in personal care including transferring and use of Hoyer lift. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s Degree in Rehabilitation or related field preferred. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Basic First Aid and Adult CPR Valid Driver’s License and use of reliable vehicle for travel to community sites. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Ability to commute/relocate: Taunton, MA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred) Education: High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: working with individuals with disabilities: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: Driver's License (Required) Work Location: In person Job Type: Full-time Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday License/Certification: Driver's License (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Taunton, MA 02780 (Required) Work Location: In person