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Advocates Job Developer in Millbury, Massachusetts

Overview

Promote the values,dreamsand potential of individuals with developmental disabilities through education and meaningful activities.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Degree

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain competitive and group employment opportunities for individuals supported within assigned employment programs

  • Determine areas of vocational interest, conduct vocational assessments, and map career paths which lead to successful employment placements

  • Provide Case Management for all Competitive Employment individuals and priority people who can be supported in that category. This includes: Attending meetings, ISP paperwork, HMEA and DDS paperwork.

  • Design, Research and Implementation of Group Supported Employment Opportunities

  • Marketing & Networking within the community and making meaningful connections

  • Lead person for current employment connections HMEA currently has contracts with. (ie Robbins, Hilco, SWV)

  • Complete all time studies and ensure Program Supervisor has signed off on them

  • Attend/Lead Job Coach Training

  • Lead and train in all competitive placements (this included training and start up of individual, training staff and fading out).

  • Assess current or previous employment placements to best meet the needs of people supported and HMEA’s mission

  • In consultation with classroom staff, develop suitable community job training for employment experience for assigned individual(s).

  • Provide instruction at job site(s) on as needed basis.

  • Maintain all required documentation in a timely manner.

  • Provide follow-up services to maintain successful employment for students.

  • 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 psychology, special education, vocational rehabilitation, or related field.

  • Two years experience working with people with developmental disabilities.

  • Demonstrated skills in behavior management.

  • Valid Drivers' License and use of a reliable vehicle.

  • Acceptable driving status as determined by HMEA auto insurance carrier.

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and cultivates diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience. _  Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and intersectional individuals are strongly encouraged to apply._

Why Should I Consider a Career in Human Services?

Our Team members are dedicated to engaging and empowering individuals by forming lasting relationships, collaboratively achieving personal goals, offering creative solutions to everyday and complex situations, and actively listening . We exercise independent judgement and contribute to the overall success and benefit of the Team.

Is Human Services a Fit for Me?

Successful Team members are open-minded, eager and compassionate, and will exercise solid, independent judgement while fostering trustworthy relationships with the individuals that we serve. We put the individual first.

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Job Locations US-MA-Millbury

Minimum Education Required Bachelor's Degree

Job ID 2024-11035

Organization Advocates

Type Regular Full-Time

Number of Hours Per Week 40

Business Unit Developmental Services

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