**Overview** Promote the values,dreamsand potential of individuals with developmental disabilities through education and meaningful activities. **Minimum Education Required** High School Diploma/GED **Additional Shift Details** 8am-4pm **Responsibilities** + Ensure clinical and programmatic planning and implementation for consumers: ISPs, behavior plans, learning styles, data collection systems + Ensure that assigned individuals are involved in the community activities of their choice + Integrate individualized outcomes for consumers and staff into group management + Ensure adequate staffing to meet needs of individuals + Supervise Support Specialists and relief staff to carry out their responsibilities and the agency mission + Assist Program Supervisor in administrative planning of program + Assume responsibility of Support Specialist as needed + Maintain accurate and complete records, reports and data necessary to meet the requirements of HMEA and any certifying or regulatory agency + Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned **Competencies:** + Problem Solving-identifiesand resolves problemsin a timely mannerand gathers and analyzes information skillfully. + Respect –shows respect for self, coworkers and the individuals supported. + Interpersonal Skills-maintainsconfidentiality,remainsopen to others’ideasandexhibitswillingness to try new things. + Oral communication- speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situationsdemonstratesgroup presentation skills. + Written Communication-is able toread and write information to communicate. + Planning/organizing- prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans. + Quality control-demonstratesaccuracy and thoroughness andmonitorsown work to ensure quality. + Adaptability- adapts to changes in the work environment and deals with frequent change,delaysor unexpected events. + Dependability- is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to managementdirectionandsolicitsfeedback to improve performance. + Safety and security- actively promotes and personallyobservessafety and securityprocedures, anduses equipment and materials properly. **Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in Human Service/Special Education, or related field + Alternative to a degree must have at least two years of work experience in a training program for persons with developmental disabilities + One year experience in training program for developmental disabilities + One year supervisory experience + Valid driver’s license + Acceptable driving status as determined by HMEA insurance company + Use of a reliable vehicle which seats two passengers _HMEA, Inc is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles of affirmative action._ Apply Now! (https://careers-advocatesinc.icims.com/jobs/9623/developmental-specialist/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in\_iframe=1&hashed=-336180790) Broadcast via Social Network **Connect With Us!** **Job Locations** _US-MA-Franklin_ **Minimum Education Required** _High School Diploma/GED_ **Job ID** _2023-9623_ **Organization** _HMEA_ **Type** _Regular Full-Time_ **Number of Hours Per Week** _40_ **Business Unit** _Developmental Services_