Community-Based Day Services (CBDS) Instructor (Full-Time)
Office Location: North Weymouth, MA
Service Area: South Shore
Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours/week) – Benefit Eligible
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (40 hours/week)
Sign-On Bonus: $2,000 (Full-Time) | $1,000 (Part-Time) (Bonuses are paid out in two increments.)
Pay: $19–$20.17/hour. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related factors.
The Arc of the South Shore | Celebrating 75 Years of Advocacy & Impact
About Us
The Arc of the South Shore is celebrating 75 years of empowering people with disabilities to live fuller, richer lives. Since 1951, we’ve supported individuals and families across the South Shore with high-quality programs designed to promote independence, inclusion, and community belonging.
Join us during this milestone year and be part of a mission-driven organization known for compassion, innovation, and lasting impact.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- You’ll make a meaningful difference every day by helping individuals build skills, confidence, and independence.
- You’ll work in a supportive, team-focused environment where your contributions matter.
- You’ll have regular daytime hours—no nights, weekends, or major holidays.
- You’ll gain hands-on experience in community-based programming, skill development, and person-centered practices.
- You’ll be part of a trusted nonprofit celebrating 75 years of advocacy and community leadership.
What You’ll Do
As a CBDS Instructor, you will support adults with developmental and other disabilities in developing community, social, vocational, and daily living skills. Responsibilities include:
- Ensuring individual health and safety while providing active support and supervision.
- Teaching skills in communication, socialization, ADLs, hygiene, community involvement, and work readiness.
- Supporting individuals in community-based activities, volunteer roles, and off-site work experiences.
- Building relationships with local organizations to create integrated, meaningful opportunities.
- Documenting progress notes, behavior plan data, and communication logs clearly and accurately.
- Providing transportation to community-based programming using agency vehicles.
- Implementing positive behavioral supports per individuals’ plans.
- Maintaining professional, supportive relationships with individuals, families, colleagues, and community partners.
What We’re Looking For
We’d love to hear from you if you have:
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent with 6+ months of related experience, or an associate or bachelor’s degree.
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
- Ability to lift/push/pull up to 30 lbs as needed for program activities.
- Strong communication skills and comfort supporting individuals both onsite and in the community.
- Reliability, patience, and a desire to help others learn and grow.
- Successful completion of all required background checks (CORI, SORI, fingerprinting, DPPC, etc.).
- Team players who embrace inclusion, respect, dignity, and person-centered values.
Full-Time Employee Benefits Include
- Health and dental insurance (Employer paid, up to 80% of premium)
- Vision insurance (Employer paid)
- Group Life insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
- Paid time off, including 13 holidays
- 403(b) retirement savings plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Referral program
…plus a supportive workplace where you’ll feel valued every day.
Apply Today
Ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals and families while helping shape the future of autism supports on the South Shore? We’d love to meet you.
Apply today on Indeed and be part of our mission as we celebrate 75 years of advocacy, inclusion, and community impact
Pay: $19.00 - $20.17 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
