Vocational Instructor; A​/B

Vocational Instructor (A/B)

This position is located at the Hogan Regional Center (7HC) in Danvers, MA. The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is dedicated to creating, in partnership with others, innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities to participate fully and meaningfully in, and contribute to, their communities as valued members. The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seeks caring and compassionate applicants for the role of Vocational Instructor A/B who are committed to building meaningful relationships in order to provide outstanding care and service.

The Vocational Instructor A/B instructs individuals in a day program setting and helps to implement established treatment plans. Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):
Provides direct supports to individuals at work, some with violent and extreme behaviors, high medical, cognitive, and/or physical needs Assists individuals in meeting his/her personal care and nutritional needs as it occurs at work or in the morning when assisting people to prepare for work Instructs clients in a day program setting in the areas of social, cognitive, motor, behavioral and communicative skill development and refinement.

Implements established treatment plans in order to provide quality day programs Ensures clients human rights when participating in day program by maintaining a safe and healthy programming environment Provides training appropriate to clients' individualized needs Promotes client dignity, self-worth and esteem Determines clients' functional status by assessing clients against established day program exit criteria in conjunction with supervisor(s) and co-workers so that appropriate day programming services are provided Works cooperatively in a multi-disciplinary environment to meet the goals and objectives of the individuals Coordinated Treatment Plans

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to develop and maintain a respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical, and empowering relationship with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Knowledge of the safety practices and procedures followed in an assigned vocational subject area Agency Requirements:
Must possess current and valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

Schedule:

Full-time 40 Hours Monday – Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Days Off:
Saturday/Sunday