Family Support Skills Trainer
Communitas, Inc.
Location
Wakefield, Massachusetts
Quick overview
Respite providers support individuals with developmental disabilities by assisting with tasks to give parents or guardians a break from care. Responsibilities include working with families to achieve goals and maintaining supportive relationships.
Requirements summary
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with a passion for supporting individuals with disabilities. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and pass background checks.
Job description
About us!
Here at Communitas, we are dedicated to delivering individualized, family-centered services, programs, and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, throughout their life span and in their communities.
- Why work for us?
- Recognized and honored as a Top Workplace for 2024 & 2025 – Communitas is proud to welcome you to a work environment that is dedicated to rewarding and supporting our valued employees for their hard work, passion, creativity, and relentless drive to make a positive impact in our community.
- As a Communitas employee, you are the heart, soul, and foundation of our agency, and contribute to a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of others.
- This dedication and collaborative spirit that our employees exhibit each day makes our mission to empower people and enrich lives possible.
- For these efforts, we express our deep appreciation through:
| Flexible Schedules | Opportunities for Advancement | Regular Employee Appreciation Events | Tuition Reimbursement | Supportive Coworkers | Compassion-centric Environment |
The role!
Position: Family Support Skills Trainer
Location: Communitas has families in need of Respite Care all around the Middlesex area
Pay rate
($18-$24 per hour) Pay rate dependent upon experience and job responsibilities, which vary based on Individual’s needs
Hours
Part time hours; vary depending on Individual and needs of their family – may be on an occasional, weekly, or weekend basis
Benefits
Comprehensive training opportunities and room for professional development and growth abound for motivated and dedicated candidates
Summary & Responsibilities
Respite providers have the opportunity to support Individuals with Developmental Disabilities by assisting with tasks to be accomplished to give the parents/guardians of the participant a break from providing care. A unique characteristic of Respite Care is that providers often do not have consistent weekly schedules; hours vary depending on specific needs of Individual supported and their family.
Responsibilities
- Work with individuals and families to achieve goals identified by the Individual, family, and Family Support Program.
- Engagement and assistance with the participant
- Complete all necessary documentation to assure compliance with Communitas and DDS policies (documentation is very limited)
- Ensure the rights and dignity of all people supported is upheld at all times
- Develop and maintain supportive working relationships with program members
- Maintaining strict confidentiality for all information, and facility operations
- Provide personal care and assistance to individuals consistent with individual needs as they strive to reach their goals
Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Ability to assess problem situations, identify causes, gather and process information, make recommendations and generate solutions to resolve problems
- A passion and dedication to supporting our people is a must
- Valid Driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation
- Must pass company background and reference checks
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Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible Schedules
- Opportunities For Advancement
- Regular Employee Appreciation Events
- Supportive Coworkers
- Compassion-Centric Environment
