Weekend Skills Trainer

Job Opportunity in the Newton, MA area for a part-time role for afternoon shifts.

Join Our Mission to empower individuals with disabilities!

Are you passionate, motivated, and ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities? Bridging Independent Living Together, Inc. (BILT, Inc.) is looking for self-initiating team members who share our mission of providing quality, personalized services to individuals in their homes and communities.

Who We Are:

We are a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with varying disabilities. At BILT, Inc., we pride ourselves on taking the "impossible" and making it "possible." Our work is diverse-ranging from teaching individuals how to secure employment and enjoy community outings to offering vital respite care and mentorship. We serve individuals between the ages of 3 and 65, helping them achieve greater independence in all aspects of their lives.

Who We're Looking For:

As a In-Home Skills Trainer for the Newton, MA area, you will play a vital role in providing individuals with the guidance and tools they need to enhance their daily living skills and achieve greater independence. Your responsibilities will include:

+Assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as personal care, hygiene, household maintenance, food shopping, meal preparation, budgeting, and social skills development.

+Providing ongoing support, role modeling, and guidance in improving personal responsibility, community living skills, and socialization.

+Facilitating leisure activities and encouraging engagement in social and recreational activities.

+Transporting individuals to appointments, work, and recreational outings

Documenting daily notes on program participants' progress and any changes

+Attending review meetings, trainings, and other related appointments as required

+Other duties as required.

Requirements:

Car and valid driver's license is a MUST. (You will be taking individuals into the community in personal vehicles; mileage reimbursement provided). A clean driving record is REQUIRED. Ability to pass a CORI and other background checks. Strong sense of responsibility and commitment to helping others. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at a time. Must be able to be on feet and on-the-go for hours at a time, including accompanying clients for walks, slight swim/wadding pool, gym sessions, music, shopping, and other activities.

Must be comfortable driving clients to and from places, as needed.

What We Offer:

Competitive pay based on education and experience.

Mileage reimbursement.

Ongoing professional development opportunities.

Opportunities for career advancement as a growing organization.

Ability to provide supervision hours to RBTs or school internships.

A chance to truly make a positive impact in the lives of others.

Work Hours:

Ideal schedule for this specific role is for WEEKENDS.

In general: We are open Monday thru Sunday 9am-8pm, so ample opportunity for a schedule to be crafted within that, including unconventional hours. This isn't a typical 9-5. It's better! If you're passionate about helping others and want to grow with a dynamic team dedicated to changing lives, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today, and join us in turning challenges into opportunities!

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: BILT, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status.

Job Type: Part-time

Ability to Commute: Newton, MA area, as well as Woburn headquarters as needed.

Work Location: In-person/in client's home

About Bridging Independent Living Together, Inc.

Championing others is our mission as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization-enriching the lives of people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities through compassionate support. Led by award-winning millennial rockstar Christina Gravina, CEO/Founder/President, diverse staff members contribute to enhancing individuals' independence/maximize their capabilities/and provide meaningful community inclusion by supporting their choices in housing, socialization, learning, employment opportunities, and recreational activities. We are the literal intersection of multiple roads/services/regions, including DDS, ABA, mental health, human services, and education-headquartered in Woburn, MA. We service clients in Essex, Middlesex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Bristol, and Worcester counties. Staff benefits include PTO, 401k, referral bonuses, educational/professional development, free staff snacks at Center, rewards & recognition, growth opportunities, pet insurance, and health/dental/vision insurance.