Family Support Specialist I

Family Support Specialist I

Program/Job Type: Family Empowerment

Location: Hampshire and Franklin Counties

Summary of Position:

Pathlight is a non-profit organization that has been dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities in Western Massachusetts communities since 1952. The individual in this role would be Responsible for performing a variety of duties to support families who have a member with a disability by providing training, information, family contacts, and referrals to other agencies; administering respite program; educating the community regarding disabilities and/or autism, family support; responsible for the administration of stipends and all documentation.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and execute weekly social programs/groups in the local communities
• Act as a liaison between programs, families, and
• Complete intakes/assessments for the respite program
• Promote Community Integration
• Develop an extensive community-based network

Qualifications:

• Broad knowledge of a discipline involving the use of broad theoretical knowledge equal to a complete 2-year college education.
• Over 1-year direct experience working with families or individuals with disabilities.
• Broad knowledge of disability support services.
• May be required to complete First Aid, CPR, OSHA and/or Safety Care training based on program needs.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation/vehicle required.

Hours: 40 Hrs/Week, 10-6 pm OR 11-7 pm Monday-Friday with the flexibility to meet programmatic needs. This position will include early evenings and occasional weekends due to programming needs.

Salary: $41,454.40 annually

Please direct any questions regarding the position to the Recruitment Coordinator at Michelle.Mendes@pathlightgroup.org

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://www.applicantpro.com/j/2674227-83110