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Specialized Skills Instructor - Upward Program

$21 per hour

Communitas, Inc.

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 - 2026 – 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:

| Competitive Tiered Pay Rates | Low-Cost Benefits | Flexible Schedules | Opportunities for Advancement | Regular Employee Appreciation Events | Tuition Reimbursement | Supportive Coworkers | Compassion-centric Environment |

The role!

Position: Specialized Skills Instructor - Upward

Location: Beverly, MA

Pay rate: $21.00 per hour

Hours: Full-time, Monday - Friday (8am-4pm)

Benefits of Working for us!

  • Tiered pay increases based on 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

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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