1:1 Developmental Specialist DSP - Community Connections : Job Details

Description If you believe nights and weekends are for your family and friends, and not spent working, then have we got a job for you. Community Connections Inc. is looking for 1:1 Developmental Specialists to join our Day Center team based in Mashpee, MA. In this role you will support individuals with disabilities by providing direct support on a one to one basis. You will partner with Community Connections in their mission to provide optimal independence and enriching services to people with disabilities. We are looking a 1:1 Developmental Specialist with a commitment to compassion, teamwork and serving the community. What You'll Do as a 1:1 Developmental Specialists:

• Implement Day Habilitation Service Plan (DHSP) objectives
• Document individuals' progress towards DHSP objectives
• Assist individuals physically as necessary
• Ensure the health, safety, and general well being of the individual
• Provide and maintain community based habilitation/therapeutic experiences through social, recreational and volunteer opportunities, based on the individual's needs and wishes
• Transport the individual as assigned

What You'll Need as a 1:1 Developmental Specialists:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 1+ year's experience and/or training working with individuals with disabilities
• Valid driver's license, and satisfactory driving record
• Acceptable criminal background check required
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Strong computer and word processing skills

Who You Are as a 1:1 Developmental Specialists:

• An advocate for individuals with disabilities
• Someone who is willing to learn
• Someone who wants weekends free
• A team player

What Community Connections Can Provide You:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO Health Insurance
• Blue Cross Blue Shield MA Dental Blue
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue 20/20 Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• PTO: 9 Paid Holidays, 10 Vacation days, 3 Personal days
• Employer paid Group Life/AD&D Insurance
• Employer Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
• 403b Retirement Plan with Discretionary Employer Match
• A workplace with both heart and soul
• Personal and professional development
• The opportunity to positively impact the lives of the individuals we serve

Community Connections Inc. is an EEO employer, disability and veterans. For a current list of all of our career opportunities please visit