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    Community Connector - Cambridge, United States - Vinfen

    Vinfen
    Vinfen Cambridge, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Job DescriptionSchedule:
    Mon-Fri 9am-5pm (Some flexibility required based on the needs of the people served)

    Salary:
    $Mid to high 40k / year dependent on experienceSign-on bonus:$1,000; $500 upon completion of 6 months; $500 upon completion of 12 monthsThe Community Connector MA DS plays a central role in developing staff ability and programming designedto build connections between persons served and their communities. He or she assist people served (PS) tobuild new relationships, develop connections in their local communities, and live valued lives embraced byfriends and family. The Community Connector demonstrates a passionate commitment to help people withdisabilities build new relationships and community connections. He or she works flexible hours based on theneeds of the individuals served.

    The essential job duties/responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the information listed below:

    Mentors and trains DSP and PD staff on how to support the people they work with to develop newvirtual and face-to-face relationships and establish meaningful community connections.

    Works collaboratively with the Direct Support Professionals (DSP) and Program Directors (PD) indeveloping their skills in creating and sustaining community connections and problem-solving whendifficulties arise.

    Models' relationship-building and connecting with groups, citizens, and organizations in localcommunities.
    Promotes and supports a gradual cultural move away from the social limitations and isolationexperienced by people with disabilities.
    Helps staff develop community plans for PS based on their primary interests, talents, and dreams.

    Develops plans that will motivate staff buy-in and appreciation of the importance of communityconnections, the relationships we all enjoy in our lives (friends, family), and the devastating impact oflonelinessWhy Vinfen?We are committed to you We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 30 hours or more 15 days of Vacation, 12 Paid Holidays, 10 Sick Days and 3 Personal Days per year (for employees scheduled for 20 hours or more) Education Assistance and Tuition Remission Programs as well as innovative Student Loan Payment Programs.

    Employment with Vinfen counts toward your Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility Professional Development programs including year-round online training courses and opportunities to earn CEUs Retirement savings programs, including a fully funded, employer sponsored retirement plan and an employee funded 403 (b) plan Company paid Life, Accidental Death Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care) $500$1,000+ Employee Referral Bonuses with no annual cap Other generous benefits including discounted memberships, access to wellness programs and moreAbout UsEstablished in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges.

    Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve.

    Vinfen's 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in 318 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut.

    For more information about Vinfen, please visit Vinfen. My Community. My Job.
    Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.


    Keywords:

    mental health, behavioral health, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, ABI, acquired brain injury, care worker, care giver, social services, counseling, social work, group home, DSP, DDS, Direct Care, home health aide, HHA, psychology, mental health, disability, developmental disabilities, rehabilitative, outreach services, human services, nonprofit, autism, crisis, trauma, advocacy, recovery, Community, connections, VinfenRCRequirementsBachelor's degree in related field preferred.

    High School Diploma or GED required.
    Three or more years' experience with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities or a similar population.

    Two or more years of experience requiredDriving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or a personal vehicle.

    If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks.

    A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment.

    Incumbentsmust be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least one year, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background checkMust be able to become CPR, First Aid within two weeks of hire and Safety Care certified within 90 days of hire.

    Must be able to successfully pass a CORI, reference and employment verification background checks.
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