Adult Day Instruction & Support Specialist - Part-Time

Transition Training Program, LLC; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Transition Training Program, LLC in Bakersfield, California is seeking a Direct Care Staff/Adult Day Instructor for a part-time role. The position involves direct instruction to adults with special needs (18+), hands-on self-care support, and activities that develop communication, social skills, and emotional health in vocational settings.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED; CPR/First Aid and background checks are required; TB test; ability to lift 50 lbs; and willingness to

Qualifications

• Commitment and dedication to TTP’s mission and core values.
• Compassion for and desire to work with developmentally disabled clients.
• Record accurate program and behavior data.
• Maintain client’s program goals.
• Ability to communicate successfully with clients, vendors, and team members.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, possess written and verbal skills for effective communication.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment, problem solving and decision making skills.
• One year relevant training and/or experience in the field of human services is preferred.
• Experience working directly with individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities preferred.
• Completion ofall health requirements including TB required.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Driver's License is preferred.
• Fingerprint Clearance and background check required.
• Be able to lift 50lbs at a minimum
• Subject to pre-employment drug screening and random drug testing if hired.
• Valid and current CPR/First Aid required

Responsibilities

• Provide direct one-on-one or group instruction to adults with special needs (ages 18+).
• Provide hands-on assistance with self-care toileting (as needed).
• Assist with activities that emphasize communication, social skills, and emotional health in the vocational setting and/or classroom.
• Manage and adapt to challenging behavior(s) from clients in accordance with TTP policies and criteria.
• Support improved leisure, recreation skills and independence.
• Instruct, supervise and role model appropriate skills in volunteer setting for the clients being served.
• Transport of clients to their community activity location and/or home as either a Driver (I) or Transportation Assistant (II).
• Direct Care staff are required to supervise clients served at all times.
• Direct Care staff are supervised by the Lead Direct Care Staff, Administrative Assistant, Administrator, and/or Director.

Skills

Direct care

One-on-one instruction

Group instruction

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Transition Training Program, LLC in Bakersfield, California is seeking a Direct Care Staff/Adult Day Instructor for a part-time role. The position involves direct instruction to adults with special needs (18+), hands-on self-care support, and activities that develop communication, social skills, and emotional health in vocational settings.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED; CPR/First Aid and background checks are required; TB test; ability to lift 50 lbs; and willingness to