Individual Family Support Advocate/UCP Berkshire

OPEN POSITION
Date: May 15, 2015

Job Title: Individual and Family Support Advocate – I

Status: Full Time

Rate: $11.00
Job Description:

Responsible for providing respite support to children and adults assigned, inclusive of providing assistance with social networking, recreational activities, community safety, health care issues, and physical and behavioral challenges. Responsible to supervise and ensure successful implementation of assigned programming. Responsible to develop and implement skill building modules, to develop community partnerships and to engage in collaborative activities, as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Two years successful experience in a human service field
• Demonstrated willingness to carry out programming, as assigned
• Demonstrated ability to design programs/activities, i.e. movie nights, craft projects
• Demonstrated ability to design multi-day or session programs/activities; integrating community resources, i.e. weekend getaways, health series with community vendors as guest speakers
• Valid driver’s license, availability of private vehicle, up-to-date car insurance and proof of annual vehicle inspection required
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Must have some proficiency in Microsoft Office
If interested in applying for any position, please email Amy McMahon at amcmahon@ucpberkshire.org with your resume and references.

United Cerebral Palsy is an equal opportunity employer.