Adaptive Clothing Designer

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) would like to announce the availability of a Full-Time Adaptive Clothing Designer position working in the Northeast Region for the Hogan Regional Center. The primary purpose of the Adaptive Clothing Designer is to design, fabricate, alter and repair adaptive garments and devices. Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive): * Designs, fabricates, alters, covers, and repairs adaptive garments and devices by hand or machine sewing using various types of stitches. * Measures, marks, create layouts, and cut the chosen materials to ensure proper fit of the needed equipment. Develops and designs patterns to be used on a long term basis. * Determines the proper use of materials, determining construction and closures etc. * Orders materials and supplies used in the fabrication of the assistive technology pieces that involve this position including; cloth, upholstery, threads, grommets, strapping, buckles. * Visits various departments and sites as needed for fittings, consultations etc. * Participates in the regular cleaning and maintenance of the shop area and equipment, to insure safe and efficient operation. * As workload allows, will assist other staff with inventory control and office administrative duties. _Please Note:_ This position is located in the Hogan Regional Center in Danvers. MA * * Schedule:8:00am - 4:30pm Days Off:Sunday/Saturday /Flexibility required to meet the needs of the program/area office./ _About the Department of Developmental Services:_ The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government. For more information about our agency and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dds _Pre-Hire Process:_ Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website. · Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes: · Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) Abuse Registry Search: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/dppc-abuser-registry · Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services.http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori · National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check.https://www.mass.gov/lists/dds-fingerprint-background-checks If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the ADA Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form. * * For technical help with Mass/Careers/, including logging into your profile and/or resetting your password, please call the Employee Service Center at _617-979-8500_ for assistance. For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122 Ext. #4. First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time experience in making, altering, and/or repairing articles such as apparel, curtains, drapes, sheets, pillowcases, etc., by hand sewing or sewing machine. *Comprehensive Benefits* When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. *Job: Medical Services *Organization: Department of Developmental Services *Title: *Adaptive Clothing Designer Location: Massachusetts-Danvers-450 Maple Street Requisition ID: 240009TL