Vocational Trainer - VISIONS Adult DDS Program

Vocational Trainer - VISIONS Adult DDS Program

CREST Collaborative CREST Collaborative - Andover, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job : 5841254

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 20, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

CREST Collaborative is currently seeking a motivated, self-starter and team-oriented individual to join our Adult Services team within the VISIONS Program. The VISIONS Program is contracted through the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and currently supports over 60 adult clients across multiple community and worksite locations.

This position requires an individual who is compassionate, dependable, and committed to supporting adults with disabilities in developing independence, vocational skills, and meaningful community engagement. Applicants must demonstrate the ability and willingness to work closely and collaboratively with both program staff and clients in a professional and supportive manner.

Strong computer skills are essential, as the VISIONS Program operates primarily through the Google platform for documentation, communication, and daily operations. Candidates should be comfortable using Google Workspace tools such as Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Drive.
Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Administration >
Vocational/Career Education

It is the policy of the Collaborative to provide a safe and secure working and learning environment for its entire staff and student body without distinction based on actual or perceived differentiating characteristics, including race, color, age, religion, creed, ancestry, veteran or military status, national origin, citizenship, sex, socioeconomic status, homelessness, academic status, limited English proficiency, genetic information, gender identity or expression, physical appearance, marital status, pregnant or parenting status, sexual orientation, mental, physical, developmental or sensory disability or by association with a person who has or is perceived to have 1 or more of these characteristics;

or by any other protected status or characteristic under federal, state, or local laws. Discrimination, sexual and bias-motivated harassment and violations of civil rights disrupt the educational process and will not be tolerated.

The Collaborative is committed to prevention, remediation and accurate reporting of bias incidents and civil rights violations. To that end, all staff and students can enjoy the advantages of a safe and tolerant environment where individual differences are respected. The Collaborative undertakes to engage in activities and programming such as training of all school personnel intended to foster respect for diversity, civil rights and non-violence in school settings.

• The position also requires:
• Possession of a valid driver's license
• The willingness and ability to drive CREST vehicles daily to support community-based activities, vocational sites, and program needs
• Supporting clients in vocational training and paid and/or volunteer work opportunities across a variety of settings, including outdoor work sites, farms, food pantries, and local community establishments
• Assisting with daily program routines and community outings
• Modeling professional workplace behavior and appropriate social skills
• Ensuring client safety and adherence to program expectations
• Completing required documentation accurately and in a timely manner
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to lead change and foster positive climate and culture
• Motivated self-starter
• DDS knowledge and experience
• Schedule is 7 hours/day (35 hours/week), 260 days a year. Vacation, personal, and sick time available.
• Salary commensurate with experience. Salary range: $43,000-$45,000 annually.
• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Holly Janco
• 20 Shattuck Rd
• Andover, Massachusetts 01810
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