Center for Living & Working, Inc. (CLW) is located in Worcester, Massachusetts and is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit agency founded in 1975 by a core group of young adults with disabilities. CLW is a consumer-directed, multi-programmed, multifaceted agency, dedicated to the empowerment of all persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible. CLW provides five core services: Advocacy, Skills training, Peer support, Information and Referral and Transitions.

The Center for Living & Working is currently seeking candidates for our Youth Services Skills Trainer Pre-Employment Training Services (Pre-ETS) - Part-time (20hrs/week) position. This person is responsible for:

• Providing Pre-ETS’ five core services (Job Exploration, Work Readiness, Self-Advocacy, Post-Secondary Education, Work Based Learning) with a focus on exposure to the world of competitive employment by way of one on one, and group workshops to youth with disabilities, ages 14-22, in a community or school setting.
• Developing and implementing individual and group activities and workshops to support Pre-ETS's skill development, i.e., effective communication, transportation, etiquette, computer literacy, scheduling, exploration of benefits, and budgeting.
• Conducting intakes and annual reviews. Accurate and timely documentation of case notes.
• Attending IEP/Transition Plan meetings to provide vital feedback to teachers, providers and the families.
• Accurate and timely submission of monthly student Progress Reports.
• Referring students to additional programs to ensure youth obtain additional supports and services for their success.
• Maintain a good working relationship with students, families, school staff, MRC offices, funders, and agency partners to ensure effective communication and program success.
• Teaching Independent Living skills and providing advocacy while promoting self-empowerment
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Conducting and attending workshops or meetings in public schools, private schools, in the CLW office and out in the community.
• Frequent communication (orally and/or in writing) with consumers, staff, medical providers, schools, state agencies, business partners/vendors and other third parties.
• Travel within the service area and beyond.

Required Qualifications:

• High School or equivalent (GED) required; associate degree preferred.
• 1-3 years of direct consumer contact, preferably with individuals or youth with disabilities.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Experience working with Excel, Microsoft Office, database management.
• Flexibility to meet the demands of the program and contractual obligations including working weekends, early mornings, and late nights.

Possess the ability to:

• Conduct group presentations.
• Accurately enter information into databases.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.
• Use office machinery, including calculators.
• Remain in a stationery/standing position for extended periods of time.
• Travel within the service area
• Work independently and as a team member
• Work effectively with individuals with diverse disabilities and cultures
• Prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Problem solve.
• Provide guidance and advocacy.
• Adhere to school policies and procedures.

Familiarity with:

• Working in or involved with the disability community.
• Independent Living issues and philosophy.
• Information & Referral
• Community resources and local service system for youth/persons with disabilities and how to arrange for services.
• Mass Health, state agencies, education and provider service system available to serve individuals with disabilities/ (older persons).
• State and Federal housing regulations.
• Civil rights for individuals with disabilities.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.35 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Youth Services: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Worcester, MA 01608

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