Specialized Skills Instructor - Upward Program
Listed on 2025-12-20
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Healthcare
Community Health, Healthcare Administration
About us !
Empowering People. Supporting Independence. Inspiring Dreams.
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?
As a Communitas employee, you are the heart, soul, and foundation of our agency’s mission and contribute to a positive, meaningful, and lasting impact in the lives of others. We want to welcome you to a workplace dedicated to rewarding our valued employees for their commitment, and supporting their well-being through efforts such as:
| Competitive Tiered Pay Rates | Low-Cost Benefits | Flexible Schedules | Opportunities for Advancement |
| Quarterly Appreciation Events | Tuition Reimbursement | Supportive Coworkers | Compassion-centric Environment |The role!
Position:
Specialized Skills Instructor - Upward
Location:
Beverly, MAPay rate: $19 per hour
Hours:
Full-time, Monday - Friday (8am-4pm) Benefits of Working for us!
Pay increases after 1 year and 3 years of service, pending performance evaluations
3 weeks’ vacation, 1 week sick time, and 12 holidays for new full-time employees
Low-cost benefit plans – Medical & dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, and long-term disability coverage
Tuition reimbursement eligibility after 90 days of employment
Potential for shuttle transportation to employment program from identified community locations
Summary & Responsibilities The Upward Skills Instructor is a specialized role within our Day Services Program that mentor individuals with higher abilities on the Autism spectrum to enhance their independence by helping them network socially, develop friendships, and create new relationships through our Upward Program.
Provide personal assistance, teach, and support a group of young people who have autism without a developmental disability
Assess Individuals’ trainings needs, cultivate descriptive teaching programs, and monitor effectives through data collection
Adapt your own interests (art, music, cooking, health & fitness, etc.) to teach others new skills
Develop and implement community-based activities
Provide personal care and assistance to Individuals consistent with individual needs as they strive to reach their goals
Qualifications
High School diploma required (BA degree in Human Services or related field preferred)
At least 1 year of experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities is preferred
A passion and dedication to supporting our people is a must
Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record
Must pass company background and reference checks
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