30 hours - 8:30a-2:30p

This position is located in Worcester, MA 

General Statement of Duties : Provide necessary supports to Members of the Community Center around career exploration and engagement .  

Responsibilities :  

Facilitate career interest inventories , skill assessments , and job assessments with members Facilitate career exploration activities for members including: guest speakers, tours, job shadows, benefits counseling , and career counseling . Through the Advancement Unit sessions as well as 1:1 counseling provide education / training in how to find, acquire and maintain employment. Including

job application / interviewing , ADA rights , accommodations , life/work management , work relationships , building natural supports , coping strategies, etc…  

Assess and enhance current curriculum, develop new curriculum focused on developing vocational skills and career preparation.  As needed, provide education to employers related to acquired brain injury , provide education to Members around work incentives and benefits, ADA rights , accommodations , and other related topics. Identify individual as well as group volunteer opportunities for Members.Assist Members in maintaining skills required to successfully maintain theory employment and maintaining the employers quality standards.Complete any required data collection, assessments , monthly progress notes and overall maintenance of members records required by BAMSI and MRC. Participate in meetings and trainings as scheduled. Provide transportation utilizing BAMSI vans as well as personal vehicle when needed. Execute duties consistent with agency/program policies and procedures.Perform other related duties as needed.

Qualifications :  

Bachelor’s Degree strongly preferred. At least two years experience working with individuals with acquired brain injuries and/or other disabilities.Previous experience providing Employment and/or transitional supports to individuals preferred.  A valid driver’s license in the state of residence and own means of transportation (appropriately registered and insured) .