Compassionate Day Services Assistant Instructor

AABR; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Assistant Instructor role at AABR focuses on implementing each individual’s activity schedule and service plan. You will provide instruction, supervision, and support to individuals during all hours of operation to promote progress and safety.

You will read Day Service Plans, model tasks, chart progress, assist with assessments, accompany individuals to community sites via public transport, and support meals, toileting, and behavior as needed while coordinating with the team and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• Experience with developmentally disabled individuals preferred.
• Willingness to travel to assigned locations to implement.

Responsibilities

• Read and become familiar with the Day Service Plan for each individual.
• Implement the Day Service Plan and actively model tasks for individuals.
• Chart and measure progress as outlined in each Day Service Plan.
• Assist in completing assessments and evaluations for the Day Service Plan.
• Escort individuals to community sites using public transportation to reach goals.
• Assist individuals with toileting, eating or behavior as needed.
• Maintain rapport with community members, staff and individuals; provide supervision and crisis intervention as needed.
• Help maintain a harmonious atmosphere in the community and Day Program.
• Report medical concerns promptly and file incident reports when needed.
• Maintain daily logs, reports and documentation related to service plans.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Crisis intervention

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Assistant Instructor role at AABR focuses on implementing each individual’s activity schedule and service plan. You will provide instruction, supervision, and support to individuals during all hours of operation to promote progress and safety.

You will read Day Service Plans, model tasks, chart progress, assist with assessments, accompany individuals to community sites via public transport, and support meals, toileting, and behavior as needed while coordinating with the team and