Job: Community Based Day Supports Specialist (CBDS Specialist)

BFAIR
771 South Church Street
NORTH ADAMS, MA 01247

Phone:413-664-9382
Fax:413-664-6293
Website:bfair.org

Company Description:
We are a national and state accredited human service agency responsive to the unique needs of people with disabilities and their families through: a dedication to excellence; diverse service options;safe and healthy environments; fiscal responsibility; community partnerships; career opportunities and advancement. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, age, and disability, military or veteran status, Vietnam Era Veteran, or being an member of the Reserves or National Guard. Also it is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law should be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Job Title:
Community Based Day Supports Specialist (CBDS Specialist)
Salary Range:Location:
$19.50 Per Hour North Adams
Job Type:Category:
Full TimeHuman Services
Education Level:Work Experience:
High School or Equivalent
Description:

Schedule:  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8a-3:30p, Wednesday 8a-4p

Inspiring Abilities/Creating Limitless Possibilities

BFAIR has rewarding job openings for CBDS Specialist.  Join a premier human service organization and help change the lives of individuals served.   Support 1-9 individuals with Developmental Disabilities community-based day program.

Duties include:

  • Develop rapport with individuals supported and foster their personal growth striving to obtain their goals
  • Assist with skills training as prescribed in each member’s service plan
  • Assist individuals to access a variety of volunteer and recreational opportunities in their surrounding community
  • Develop rapport with individuals supported and foster their personal growth striving to obtain their goals

Skills/Abilities:

  • Patience
  • Effective communication skills
  • Passion for helping others

BFAIR will consider all qualified applicants without regard to gender, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, and/or protected veteran status.

Requirements:
  • 18 years of age or older
  • Valid US driver's license and ready access to a vehicle
  • HS Diploma/GED or one year experience
  • Complete all initial background checks
  • Complete pre-employment TB test