Group Specialist Position Available In Middlesex, Massachusetts

Group Specialist MGH Aspire Lexington, MA Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$43.6K – $57.1K a year 8 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Working with people with autism Mid-level Full Job Description Job Overview Aspire, a program of Massachusetts General Hospital, is seeking an experienced Group Specialist to lead social skills groups for afternoon/evening weekday groups and Saturday/Sunday groups of children and teens with autism spectrum disorder levels 1 and 2 and related profiles during the academic year (September thru May). This position also holds a leadership role during the summer therapeutic programming for children at Hale Reservation in Westwood. The group specialist will be trained to use the Aspire intervention model that focuses on teaching increased self-awareness, social competency, and stress management skills. The group specialist is responsible for leading up to 5-8 groups each semester, with each group comprised of 8-12 weekly sessions that include 5-8 participants. In collaboration with an Aspire co-leader, the responsibilities of the position include: developing structured activities and lesson plans for each session; supporting participants to engage in group activities; implementing interventions, supports, and strategies for group participants; regular communication with families and participants between sessions; maintaining accurate timekeeping and record keeping; and complying with program policies and procedures. The group specialist must be willing to work closely as part of a team and collaboratively with others. Prior experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum is required and the position requires a commitment to lead the group(s) for all sessions during the semester to ensure structure and consistency for participants. Primary responsibilities will be Saturday and Sunday groups in addition to leading groups early evenings during the week.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$1.00 – $2.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person