Skills Trainer needed for Adult

Description

Opportunity to support an active, creative 22-year-old with Down Syndrome, living in Dorchester with her mother. This individual loves going outside, coloring, walking in the park, visiting the library, shopping at stores, going to McDonald's, and having fun. The job entails going on different outings. For example, going to the store and helping the individual with purchases and counting money. The job also involves working on skills in the home such as matching, identifying colors, puzzles, etc. Other goals the individual would like help with are choosing clothes, dressing, and other activities of daily living, like cleaning. This individual responds well to encouragement!

We are looking for an active, encouraging person to accompany this individual on outings and work on skills and goals. The family is available Saturday and Sunday, but also during the week if there is availability, for 8 hours/week total.