Vocational Instructor (C)

The Department of Developmental Services is looking for an enthusiastic and inspirational Vocational Instructor C (Voc C) to provide consultation and guidance to the Vocational Instructors A/B. The Voc C will assist with practices and procedures that will maximize the potential of the individuals they support. The ideal candidate encourages and implements department directives, displays a positive attitude, and motivates others to work as a team. Ensures that operations at the program are followed and that adherence to scheduled activities and rules of the workplace are
followed.

Duties and Responsibilities: (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive.)
* Ensure the supported individuals are successfully engaged in meaningful activities to meet their individual, vocational,
and day program goals.
• Responsible for program development based on assessment results and Individual Service Plans (ISP), work directly
with individuals ' complete data on production.
• Facilitate and lead groups, both on and off-site ensuring safety, community integration, and active job coaching including
production outcomes at the redemption centers, and off site at employment locations.
• Supervise and train individuals with developmental disabilities in the Commonwealth Enterprise's Program.
• Provide consultation and guidance to Vocational Instructor NB workers to maximize each person ' s potential.
• Assigned a caseload to ensure progress toward goals are documented.
• Assist and work with individuals to ensure work is completed.
• Follow clinical program specific to the individual.
• Provide transportation to individuals to and from work sites.
• Responsible for reconciliation of business funds, open & closing procedures, banking activities, operate cash register,
and wait on customers.
• Ensure compliance with the Department of Labor regulations, employer standards, Agency policies and Federal and
State Regulations.
· * Maintain a safe, clean, and pleasant work environment and perform other related duties as required.
 

Preferred Qualifications:
• Develop and maintain a respectful, caring, ethical, and empowering relationship with individuals with intellectual and
developmental disabilities.
• Capability to assist/lift individuals with physical disabilities and/or limited mobility.
• Special Requirements:
• After successfully completing a training program, the selected candidate must acquire and maintain; Cardiopulmonary
Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid (FA) certification.

Schedule Information:
- Full-time - 40-hour weekly position - 1st shift (Day Shift)
- Tuesday - Saturday 7:30 am to 3:30 pm
- Days off - Sunday and Monday

About the Department of Developmental Services: 
The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government. 

For more information about our agency and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dds 

Pre-Hire Process:

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

·         Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes:

·         Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) Abuse Registry Search:  https://www.mass.gov/info-details/dppc-abuser-registry

·         Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

·         National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check. https://www.mass.gov/lists/dds-fingerprint-background-checks

·         Pre-Employment Physical  

ADA Reasonable Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests

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For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122 Ext. #4.

ALL EMPLOYEES ARE PAID ON A BI-WEEKLY BASIS AND MUST HAVE DIRECT DEPOSIT.  

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: At least two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in vocational or industrial training or vocational or industrial instruction. 

SUBSTITIONS:  -  A Bachelor's or higher degree in industrial arts or vocational education may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience.   

-  One year of education equals 30 semester hours.  Education toward degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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Title 101 CMR 23.00 (“Regulation”) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza. 

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.  Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.  Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements.  We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.