Community Resource Specialist
$45,760–$45,760 year
On-siteDorchester, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Lead and participate in community activity groups, including social, vocational, health, wellness, practical life, art, and culture sessions, while developing innovative ideas for visits and lunch sites. Ensure individual safety during pick-ups, drop-offs, and activities by assisting with van transfers and maintaining constant visual contact. Update case records in electronic and physical binders, complete paperwork, and return all assigned items such as van keys, cellphones, and membership passes to designated areas. Carry the Emergency Fact Sheet (EFS) Book during all activities and keep it in a safe location. Adapt to changes in daily groups, volunteering sites, and van assignments while explaining instructions patiently to individuals with cognitive disabilities.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- One year of experience in a related field
- Valid Driver's license
- Strong communication skills: Critical thinking and conflict resolution skills (de-escalation)
- Punctuality: Be on time for scheduled shifts
- Community Engagement: Lead and participate in social and volunteering activities
- Safety Focus: Ensure individual safety during transport and activities (Eyes on Approach)
- Cognitive Understanding: Be patient and clear when instructing individuals with cognitive disabilities
- Flexibility: Adapt to changes in groups, sites, and assignments
- Task Execution: Complete paperwork and return all items to designated areas
- Activity Development: Create community activities to enhance skills and confidence
- Emergency Preparedness: Carry and maintain the Emergency Fact Sheet (EFS) Book during activities
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