Careers

American Training, Inc. is seeking a full-time Community Support Colleague to carry out the day to-day activities of the day program, including programming, community activities, data collection, record keeping, and caring for the personal needs of the Guests. This individual works with Guests to assist them in becoming active participants in the community, monitors and provides support and supervision, ensuring their safety. The Community Support Colleague teaches, trains, guides and directs Guests individually and in groups to reinforce skills, learn new skills and to increase independence for attainment of ISP goals. They regularly observe Guests’ behavior and performance and provides reports, updates and general observations to the Program Director and Interdisciplinary Team.

We are looking for a talented individual with a deep commitment to working as part of a skilled team and a true passion for advocating for American Training Guests, to ensure that they are receiving quality services while incorporating our WOW! Magic philosophy.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma/ GED, minimum of one year of experience with people with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Knowledge of appropriate paperwork necessary for mandated record keeping.
• Use the highest standard of ethical conduct at all times, this includes respecting the confidentiality of Colleagues and Guests.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Participate in workplace climate that celebrates and encourages diversity.
• Positively promote the image of Guests with Developmental Disabilities and American Training, Inc.
• Maintain an excellent training record by positively completing all training requirements.
• A valid driver’s license, the use of a personal vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage and a satisfactory CORI are required.
• Frequent walking, standing and driving. Must be able to lift 40-50 pounds. Must be able to sustain in a fast paced environment with a high energy level. Must be able to physically implement First Aid/CPR to Guests in response to an emergency situation and or the implementation of a Treatment Plan.
• Ability to work Monday – Friday from 7 am – 3 pm (Wakefield location).

American Training, Inc. offers a competitive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, short and long-term disability, life insurance, generous paid time off, paid holidays, a dynamic, fun work environment, and much more!

What does a Driver for Human Services do? Drivers safely transport our Guests and Students to and from American Training sites or other assigned destinations while making sure that each trip is a fun and entertaining WOW! Magic Experience. We are looking for motivated, responsible individuals with a positive outlook, excellent communication skills, and commitment to working as part of a team, and ability to incorporate our WOW! Magic philosophy into every trip we make.

Who’s a great fit for Driver in our Human Services position? American Training is looking for people with the following experience, skills and qualifications:

Must pass a physical
Successful CORI check, finger printing and pre-employment drug screening
Clean and safe driving record
Ability to lift 40 to 60 lbs
Requires morning and afternoon shifts
Additional hours offered, when available

We are looking for people with a deep commitment to working as part of a team, a positive attitude and a true passion for advocating for the Guests, Residents, and Students we serve. Our generous paid time off package, vacation plan, and paid holidays give you the chance to relax, rejuvenate, or tend to personal matters. You’ll love our dynamic, fun work environment!

COVID-19 considerations:

We follow all CDC protocols to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for our Colleagues, Students, Guests and Residents.

Interested? Please email your resume to careers@americantraininginc.com or in person at our corporate office at 6 Campanelli Drive, Andover.

What does a Direct Care Support Relief Colleague do?  Direct Care Relief is a pool of Colleagues that are flexible with their availability and might work different shifts weekly depending on the staffing needs. These Colleagues work in our Specialized Housing Branch and Day Services and are responsible for carrying out the day-to-day activities of the program: to include planning of activities, community outings, data collection, record keeping and caring for the personal needs of the Residents.   Specialized Housing and Day Program locations are located throughout the Merrimack Valley depending on staffing needs.

Who’s a great fit for this position? American Training is looking for people with the following experience and skills:

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Experience working with people with disabilities is strongly preferred
• As part of the relief pool, you must have the ability to be flexible with hours and be able to cover shifts based on different staffing needs weekly.
• Valid driver’s license required. Ability to use personal registered and insured vehicle
• Satisfactory CORI and DDS finger printing

Many shifts are available:  Weekdays available: 8 am-4 pm and 9 am – 3 pm, Evenings 3-11 pm, and various weekend hours.  Please indicate your availability when sending in your resume.  You must be available to attend required training.

Join our team of talented professionals and work at one of the Best Places to Work North of Boston. Experience Our WOW! Magic Way of Working by being part of the people, the culture, the fun, and the passion for excellence that is American Training. We are looking for talented, highly flexible individuals with a deep commitment to working as part of a skilled team, a positive attitude and a true passion for advocating for the people we serve, to assure that they are receiving a level of support consistent with best practices while incorporating our WOW! Magic philosophy.

COVID-19 considerations:
We follow all CDC protocols to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for our Colleagues and Residents.

Interested?  Please apply below, in person at our corporate office at 6 Campanelli Drive, Andover, or email your cover letter and resume to careers@americantraininginc.com

A Community Support Colleague – Individual Supports for our Specialized Housing Branch is responsible for the implementation of Resident’s individual support plan and maintains regular contact with Resident and members of treatment team.  Additionally, the Colleague ensures that Residents have access to necessary services to meet medical, vocational and other treatment needs.

Who’s a great fit for the Community Support Colleague – Individual Supports position? American Training is looking for people with the following experience and skills:

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent required
• At least two years experience working with people with developmental disabilities. Experience in a community based supported employment or housing preferred
• Valid driver’s license required and good driving record
• Ability to use personal registered and insured vehicle
• Satisfactory CORI and DDS finger printing

American Training, Inc. offers a competitive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, short and long-term disability, life insurance, generous paid time off, paid holidays, a dynamic, fun work environment, and much more!

Join our team of talented professionals and work at one of the Best Places to Work North of Boston. Experience Our WOW! Magic Way of Working by being part of the people, the culture, the fun, and the passion for excellence that is American Training. We are looking for talented, highly flexible individuals with a deep commitment to working as part of a skilled team, a positive attitude and a true passion for advocating for the people we serve, to assure that they are receiving a level of support consistent with best practices while incorporating our WOW! Magic philosophy.

COVID-19 considerations:
We follow all CDC protocols to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for our Colleagues and Residents.

LARE Institute is seeking a Microsoft Business Instructor to teach our Business Technology course. LARE Institute is a branch of American Training with state, global, and industry-recognized certifications in Allied Health Care, Business, Trade and Education Programs. This award-winning center, has been operating for more than 35 years, is a school with a FUN and “family-oriented” approach to learning – and we want YOU to join our team!

Who’s a great fit for the Microsoft Business Instructor position? LARE Institute is looking for someone who demonstrates an obvious passion for the people we serve and someone who will put our WOW! Magic into action during all aspects of their work lives. A good fit will have the following experience and skills:

• Must provide extraordinary customer service while implementing WOW! Magic Principles while teaching.
• Develops, updates, and instructs Computer Applications Skills inclusive of: Customer Service, MS Word, MS Excel, Access, PowerPoint and QuickBooks.
• Prepares, Coordinates, and Schedules Students certification exams
• Completes and reviews monthly progress reports with students and maintains up to date and accurate student files.
• Works cohesively with all team members including Instructors, Case Managers, Job Developers, and the Program Director.

Requirements:

• A.S. or B.S. degree or Training program certificate
• Microsoft Office Specialist Certifications 2016 or related
• Minimum 5 years’ experience related computer applications experience
• Must be able to pass a CORI and SORI.
• Must maintain a positive and professional attitude.

American Training/LARE Institute offers a competitive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, short and long term disability, basic and supplemental life, vision i

Job description

American Training, a non-profit Human Services Agency, is seeking full-time and part-time Direct Support Professionals for our Residential homes in the Merrimack Valley. Whether it’s cooking, traveling, surfing, or relaxing as an American Training Direct Support Professional you will be a vital part in ensuring our Residents, adults with developmental disabilities, are living meaningful and memorable lives!

Our beautiful Residential homes are located in Andover, North Andover, Groveland, Lawrence, Dracut, Haverhill, and Methuen, MA. All shifts are available: 7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, and overnight 11pm-9am.

What does a Residential Direct Support Professional (DSP) do?

• Support Residents to participate in communities as workers, neighbors, and friends
• Fosters an environment of empowerment and choice for all Residents
• Supports, encourages, and ensures that Residents personal preferences, goals, and aspirations are a part of their daily lives
• Supports Residents in the maintenance of their homes including cooking, shopping, cleaning, and laundry
• Possesses an upbeat and positive attitude to ensure a culture of FUN and entertaining WOW! Magic experiences for all Residents

Qualifications:

• At least one year experience working with people with developmental disabilities
• Ability to demonstrate a sense of empathy, patience, and compassion
• Satisfactory CORI and DDS fingerprinting (required)
• Valid State driver’s license and the use of a personal vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage (required)
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds and have the ability to physically implement First Aid/CPR to Residents in emergency situations

We are looking for a talented individual with a deep commitment to working as part of a skilled team and a true passion for advocating for American Training Guests, to ensure that they are receiving quality services while incorporating our WOW! Magic philosophy.

American Training offers a competitive benefits package; medical and dental insurance, short- and long-term disability, vision, life insurance, generous earned time off, paid holidays and vacation, a FUN work environment, and much more!

Job description

American Training, a non-profit Human Services Agency, is seeking full-time and part-time Direct Support Professionals to care for our Residents , Adults with Developmental Disabilities, in our Newburyport Residential homes. Whether it’s cooking, traveling, surfing, or relaxing as an American Training Direct Support Professional you will be a vital part in ensuring our Residents, adults with developmental disabilities, are living meaningful and memorable lives!

All shifts are available: 7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, and overnight 11pm-9am.

What does a Residential Direct Support Professional (DSP) do?

• Support Residents to participate in communities as workers, neighbors, and friends
• Fosters an environment of empowerment and choice for all Residents
• Supports, encourages, and ensures that Residents personal preferences, goals, and aspirations are a part of their daily lives
• Supports Residents in the maintenance of their homes including cooking, shopping, cleaning, and laundry
• Possesses an upbeat and positive attitude to ensure a culture of FUN and entertaining WOW! Magic experiences for all Residents

Qualifications:

• At least one year experience working with people with developmental disabilities
• Ability to demonstrate a sense of empathy, patience, and compassion
• Satisfactory CORI and DDS fingerprinting (required)
• Valid State driver’s license and the use of a personal vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage (required)
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds and have the ability to physically implement First Aid/CPR to Residents in emergency situations

We are looking for a talented individual with a deep commitment to working as part of a skilled team and a true passion for advocating for American Training Guests, to ensure that they are receiving quality services while incorporating our WOW! Magic philosophy.

American Training offers a competitive benefits package; medical and dental insurance, short- and long-term disability, vision, life insurance, generous earned time off, paid holidays and vacation, a FUN work environment, and much more!

Job description

American Training, a non-profit Human Services Agency, is seeking an energetic Developmental Specialist that can create WOW! Magic for our Guests with Developmental and Intellectual disabilities. As an American Training Developmental Specialist, you will positively impact the lives of the adults in our Andover, Lowell, or Wakefield Day Programs!  Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm

What does a Developmental Specialist do?

• Work cohesively with team members to establish individual goals based off each Guests interest.
• Create and facilitate activities which promote the goals, needs and desires of each Guest
• Maintains a regular caseload ensuring all documentation is completed in a timely manner
• Maintains a regular caseload completing all

Requirements:

• At least one year experience working with similar population
• Ability to demonstrate a sense of empathy, patience, and compassion
• Satisfactory CORI and DDS fingerprinting
• Valid State driver’s license (Required)

We are looking for a talented individual with a deep commitment to working as part of a skilled team and a true passion for advocating for American Training Guests, to ensure that they are receiving quality services while incorporating our WOW! Magic philosophy.

We offer a competitive benefit package; including medical and dental insurance, short and long term disability, vision, life insurance, generous earned time off, paid holidays and vacation, a FUN work environment, paid training and much more.

Job description

American Training, a non-profit Human Services Agency, is seeking a Direct Support Professional for our Acquired Brain Injury Program (ABI). As an American Training ABI Direct Support Professional, you will positively impact the lives of adults in our acquired brain injury program. The ABI Direct Support Professional contributes to both our on-site and community-based programs. Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm

What does an ABI Direct Support Professional do?

• Assistance with activities of daily living
• Healthy living routine guidance
• Activity planning and scheduling
• Daily data and/or corresponding notes
• Implement community and social programming as directed
• Provide safe transportation to/from preferred activities (via agency vehicle)

Qualifications:

• At least one year experience working with similar population
• Ability to demonstrate a sense of empathy, patience, and compassion
• Satisfactory CORI and DDS fingerprinting
• Valid State driver’s license (Required)

We are looking for a talented individual with a deep commitment to working as part of a skilled team and a true passion for advocating for American Training Guests, to ensure that they are receiving quality services while incorporating our WOW! Magic philosophy.

American Training offers a competitive benefits package; medical and dental insurance, short- and long-term disability, vision, life insurance, generous earned time off, paid holidays and vacation, a FUN work environment, and much more.

American Training, a non-profit Human Services Agency, is seeking a Community Based Direct Support Professional for our Lowell and Wakefield Day Services Program. We are seeking an energetic Direct Support Professional that can create WOW! Magic for our Guests with Developmental and Intellectual disabilities out in the Community! If you have a passion for people, can make good decisions, and love being out in the Community, this is the job for you. The hours are 8-4, Monday through Friday!

Description:

• Create and implement weekly schedules with input from Guests ensuring all activities are meaningful and include a variety of different life skills
• Adhere to the CBDS model of maintaining all activities in the community
• Allow flexibility with unanticipated changes to the schedule
• Work cohesively with team members to promote job exploration opportunities and community involvement
• Support guest in working toward obtaining the personal goals outlined in their ISP
• Maintain accurate and up to date records for each Guest
• Implement the Mission of American Training – “Bringing Out the Best in Everyone We Touch because Every Life Matters!”

Qualifications:

• At least one year experience working with similar population
• Positively promote the image of Guests with Developmental Disabilities and American Training
• Satisfactory CORI and DDS fingerprinting
• Valid State driver’s license (Required)

We are looking for a talented individual with a deep commitment to working as part of a skilled team and a true passion for advocating for American Training Guests, to ensure that they are receiving quality services while incorporating our WOW! Magic philosophy.

We offer a competitive benefits package; including medical and dental insurance, short and long term disability, vision, life insurance, generous earned time off, paid holidays and vacation, a FUN work environment, paid training and much more.

Job description

American Training, a non-profit Human Services Agency, is seeking a full-time Job Coach for our Day Services Programs located in Wakefield. As an American Training Job Coach you will work closely with our Guests, adults with developmental disabilities, to support their individual employment goals. You will be a vital part in ensuring that our Guests are living meaningful and memorable lives! Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm

What does a Job Coach do?

• Develop positive relationships with employers, acting as the liaison between Guests and the employer
• Teach, train, guide and direct Guests in life skills and job skills, in both an individual and group setting
• Support with increasing Guests independence in accordance with their ISP goals
• Develop detail job task evaluation for a variety of jobs in different industries

Requirements:

• Must have one year of experience with people with Intellectual  or Developmental Disabilities. Experience as a Job Coach is a plus.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Basic computer literacy skills, work processing and data spread sheets.
• A valid driver’s license, the use of a personal vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage and a satisfactory CORI are required.

We are looking for a talented individual with a deep commitment to working as part of a skilled team and a true passion for advocating for American Training Guests, to ensure that they are receiving quality services while incorporating our WOW! Magic philosophy.

We offer a competitive benefits package; medical and dental insurance, short and long term disability, vision, life insurance, generous earned time off, paid holidays and vacation, a FUN work environment, and much more.

Job Type: Full-time Schedule, 8am-4pm, Monday-Friday

Job description

An exciting opportunity to join our creative, energetic, dedicated team of professionals!

American Training, Inc. is seeking a full-time Colleague Engagement & Trainer for our Andover location. We are looking for someone who is friendly, enthusiastic and who can make a positive impact in supporting our unique WOW! Magic Culture. In this role you will support the training and continuous development of all Colleagues to have the skills to provide exceptional services to our Guests, Residents, and Students. You’ll also be responsible for creating WOW! Magic by engaging Colleagues in training programs that align with our mission; Bringing Out the Best in Everyone We Touch Because Every Life Matters!

We are looking for someone that has a passion for people, collaboration, energy to go the extra mile, and embraces our unique WOW! Magic culture in the development of human resource programs in line with our creative and fun work environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Human Resources

• Support the People & Culture team in talent acquisition by screening, interviewing, and onboarding new Colleagues. This includes entering new hires into our HRIS system, Paycom. Provide candidate status updates to Managers and Colleagues. Assist in updating/editing postings internally and externally.
• Develop creative ideas and outrageously memorable materials for WOW! Magic Colleague events and programs such as WOW! Magic Moments (quarterly), WOW! Wednesdays, and annual Colleague events such as Spring Break.
• Develop creative Flyers for events and communications using Publisher and Powerpoint and other software.
• Ensure compliance with pre-employment background checks (CORI) according to state laws, reference checks, and other requirements, as well as effectively corresponding with candidates during the recruitment process. Partner with HR team to ensure a WOW! Magic onboarding experience for all new Colleagues.
• Coordinates a variety of other HR related programs and or projects and serves on various committees as assigned; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in HR; maintains awareness of federal, state and local regulations and impact of changes on the company.
• Works closely with the VP of People & Culture on daily HR matters and issues.
• Partner with marketing to create an employment brand that reflects American Training’s values and WOW! Magic Culture. Create an online presence using social media, careers page, blog posts, and other websites.

Training & Development

• Develops, organizes, plans, and facilitates various forms of onboarding, orientation training for Colleagues and Managers.
• Using instructional design principles and adult learning theory, develop curriculum and materials, including facilitator guides and participant workbooks, job aids, as well as practical and experiential learning exercises to engage learners.
• Delivers and facilitates onsite (i.e. classroom) and offsite learning (i.e. technology enabled learning) to learners.
• Ability to create and edit videos for training and company events.
• Incorporate WOW! Magic culture into the development of ALL training programs.
• Manages the learning environment and classroom logistics (i.e. handout materials in support of the class, attendance sheets, evaluation, etc.) ensuring the classroom is kept neat and clean at all times. Ensure classroom is set up class for training.
• Aligns learning technique to learners’ styles and preferences and motivates learners and encourages participation.
• Develop learning solutions using various formats including on-line, instructor-led, virtual-led, and blended learning.
• Embrace our mission and values in everyday communications and interactions. Bring Out the Best In Everyone We Touch because Every Life Matters.
• Ability to implement WOW! Magic Principles and bring fun and entertainment to the People & Culture branch, the training function and the company as a whole.
• Manage training requirements for positions that are being facilitated and enter completions into Relias. Running compliance reports monthly.
• Maintain all required certifications to conduct CPR/First Aid skills training.
• Ability to evaluate and research training options and alternatives.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Possess effective communications skills, verbal and written. Be able to relate to people with an approachable, friendly demeanor.
• Excellent writing skills include the ability to capably write a variety of training support documentation, including procedures, training materials, project plans, and other materials necessary for training.
• Excellent facilitation and presentation skills.
• Strong planning, organization, and project management skills including ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws and regulations regarding recruiting and hiring.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and be flexible with changing business needs in a team environment.
• Proficient with PowerPoint and Microsoft Office Suite, to create engaging visual presentation materials to support training, as well as willingness to learn applications and new technologies to design and deliver training.
• Cultural Awareness: Demonstrates a general awareness and understanding of and respect for cultural differences. Promotes inclusion with daily interaction with others.

We offer a competitive benefits package; including medical and dental insurance, short and long term disability, vision, life insurance, generous earned time off, paid holidays and vacation, a FUN work environment, paid training and much more!

Join our team of talented professionals and work at one of the Best Places to Work North of Boston. Experience Our WOW! Magic Way of Working by being part of the people, the culture, the fun, and the passion for excellence that is American Training.