Day Hab Instructor

Julian's House Day Habilitation Program; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Julian’s House Day Habilitation Program in Cypress, TX is seeking an instructor to deliver life skills training and community-based habilitation services to clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

You will assist with preparing instructional materials, supervise participants to ensure safety, and help with daily living tasks while maintaining confidentiality and professional conduct. Regular attendance and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass criminal and caregiver background checks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver life skills training and support participants in daily living activities.
• Help prepare instructional materials and adapt displays.
• Supervise participants to ensure safety and well‑being.
• Assist with transportation safety during community outings.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional appearance.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in training events.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Julian’s House provides a nurturing environment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The primary purpose of the instructor position is to deliver life skills training, facilitate socialization, and offer community-based habilitation services to clients.

Duties would include but not limited to the following:

• Help maintain a neat and orderly environment.
• Help prepare and adapt instructional materials and room displays.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment, and supplies.
• Provides supervision and assistance to assigned individuals to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Assists with daily living activities and assistance in the areas of personal hygiene, meal preparation, socialization, and domestic (housekeeping) activities.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs, and special events as assigned.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings.
• Ensure the safety of the program participants by participating in required monthly fire
• drills, AED training, CPR training, etc. and assisting in maintaining an organized and
• orderly facility.
• Assist Lead Instructor in developing meaningful activities for participants.
• Work with staff to ensure the building maintains a professional and clean appearance.
• Ensure the safety of participants during travel on the bus and community outings.

MUST HAVE:

• Passion for others, integrity, great attitude, and good moral character.
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule.
• Follow all rules and regulations regarding client’s participant protocols, supervision, and safety.
• Reliable transportation with insurance a must.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to pass criminal and caregiver background check.
• Proof of high school graduation/GED equivalent.
• Minimum one-year experience working with individuals with
• intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Flexible and able to adjust daily routine.
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate a professional appearance and attitude.
• Ability to work as a collaborative team member
• Driver’s License with clean driving record

Working Conditions:

• Light lifting and carrying, frequent bending, and stooping.
• Work with frequent interruptions.
• Maintain emotional control under stressful situations.
• May be requested to work occasionally after hours and attend meetings.
• May require attending to hygiene and self-help needs of Participants in emergency situations.