Aspire is a growing nonprofit organization of the Massachusetts General Hospital. We offer a variety of high-quality therapeutic programs and services that focus on helping children with high cognitive autism spectrum disorders and related profiles develop increased self-awareness, social competency, and stress management skills.

The Transitions Specialist is a seasonal position working at Aspire's Transitions Summer Program. The Transitions Specialist is responsible for supervising a group of 3 participants, aged 16-22, at a volunteer work site two days per week. On other weekdays, other tasks of the role include: co-facilitating program activities; implementing Aspire program curriculum; implementing interventions, supports, and strategies for program participants; leading mid-summer conferences and communicating with families; maintaining accurate timekeeping and record keeping; and complying with program policies and procedures. Transitions Specialists will be supported by the Transitions Assistant Program Manager and Transitions Program Manager.

Program activities include: volunteer site work, job preparation, recreation and team building activities, social groups, mind/body groups, self-awareness groups, exercise, and lunch outings. The Transitions Specialist will help support curriculum focused blocks (i.e., connections, self-awareness, mind/body and job prep groups) with opportunities to plan specific program activities. This is a 40 hour per week paid position (located in Lexington and at an additional job-site) for 6 program weeks that includes 40 hours of mandatory and paid training prior to the start of the program, along with mid-summer parent conferences. Pre-program and ongoing training and supervision is provided by experienced clinical staff.

* Enrolled in, or graduate of, a graduate program in: psychology, social work, occupational therapy, speech and language pathology, and other mental health related fields.

* Prior experience working with adolescents with autism spectrum disorders strongly preferred. Strong interpersonal and team-building skills.

* Openness to receiving feedback on interactional skills with families, participants, and staff.

* Desire and ability to work in outdoor settings

* Basic computer skills. MS Word required; knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook helpful.

* Good basic writing skills.

* Ability to work independently and be flexible.

* Excellent organizational skills.

* Strong attention to detail.

* Problem-solving skills.

Mass General Brigham is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.