The Skills Trainer works in a 1:1 setting assisting an individual with developmental disabilities in participating in community-based activities and in-home supports. As a Skills Trainer, you will be assisting an individual with developmental disabilities in an array of activities, such as but not limited to, visiting local zoos, museums, galleries, parks, volunteer opportunities, social events/clubs, activities of daily living, and even memberships to the YMCA/LifeTime for some exercise. Skills trainers also help our clients improve their daily living skills and develop their own independence. Our goal as a life coach is to increase independence and community involvement while building on skills both in the home and in the community!

 

Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for advancement.  We are a strong-knit community that values the ideas and contributions from our staff.

 

 

 

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Bachelor's Degree

Framingham – 12 hours per week, Monday through Friday
Sudbury – 1 hour per week, Monday through Friday
Sudbury – 3 hours per week, Monday through Friday
Natick – 3 hours per week, Monday through Friday
Northborough – 3 hours per week, Monday through Friday
Brighton – 3 hours per week, Monday through Friday and weekends
Brookline – 3 hours per week, weekends
Belmont – 3 hours per week, weekends

• Provide support and training in community integration, behavior modification, self-care, self-preservation, receptive and expressive communication, and self-direction.
• Work with the individual to increase their daily, independent, and community living skills.  This may include, personal hygiene tasks, meal preparation, chores, money management, learning to use the library, making a purchase at a store, or participating in a community group activity such as swimming or using a gym.  
• Ensure that individual we support are treated with dignity and respect in accordance with Advocates’ Human Rights Policy.
• Adhere to all principles related to the Advocates Way.
• Attend trainings as assigned; maintain necessary certifications (CPR, First Aid).
• Perform all duties in accordance with the agency’s policies and procedures.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field such as education or psychology and at least two years of relevant experience in working on skills development with individuals with developmental disabilities, or Bachelor’s degree is in an unrelated field with a minimum of three years working with individuals with developmental disabilities, or high School Diploma/ GED Certificate and at least five years of relevant experience in working on skills development with individuals with developmental disabilities. 
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Prefer candidates with demonstrated knowledge of ABA principles and practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and ability to use good judgment.
• Demonstrated commitment to the principles and practices of individual empowerment and community integration.
• Sensitivity to the needs of the population we support
• High energy level, superior interpersonal skills and ability to function in a team atmosphere
• Must hold a valid drivers’ license.  Must have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport individuals.

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.