Integration Specialist/Berkshire County
Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc. · Pittsfield, MA · 4 mo ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Individualized Support
- Develop a deep understanding of each person supported, including their unique strengths, needs, goals, and desires.
- Aid individuals in articulating their needs, goals, and desires to facilitate personalized care.
- Team Collaboration
- Work collaboratively as a member of a team to support individuals in developing a full community-based daytime life.
- Collaborate with Program Director, Assistant Program Directors, Shared Living Providers, and other stakeholders.
- Positive Image and Relationships
- Support and exert personal initiative to ensure that each person presents a positive image of themselves and the program.
- Aid individuals in developing long-lasting and meaningful relationships with family, friends, community members, co-workers (where applicable), and becoming active community participants.
- Community Engagement
- Assist individuals in participating fully in community activities, including group memberships, volunteer commitments, educational opportunities, leisure and social pursuits, and employment where applicable.
- Documentation and Monitoring
- Complete Individual Service Plan goals and activities in collaboration with the team.
- Monitor activities of daily living (ADL) and provide necessary support.
- Communication
- Work closely with guardians, family members, community health care practitioners, and other institutions to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care.
- 2 years Experience Working With Individuals With Developmental Disabilities preferred.
- High School Diploma
- Computer and organizational planning.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the individuals supported.
- Community experience that expands specifically to the Department of Developmental Services, Adult Foster Care Services, HCBS waivers (supporting those with a Brain Injury or those who have chronic conditions affecting their availability to live safely in the community) preferred.
- Background check required.
- Valid driver's license with an excellent RMV record (subject to RMV background check).