IDD Vocational Instructor

RHA Health Services, LLC; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay Activ access to earned wages

Paid Time Off

Health insurance (full-time)

401(k) retirement savings

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC is seeking an IDD Vocational Instructor in New Jersey. The role focuses on administering time and performance, implementing training programs, and supervising staff as needed, with supervision from the Vocational Program Manager.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, experience with the target population, and a valid driver’s license. CPR/First Aid certification is a plus, and ASL is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED and experience with the population supported.
• ASL (preferred) may be beneficial for communication.
• CPR, first aid, and role-specific certification are a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and automotive insurance are required for driving duties.

Responsibilities

• Identify performance measurement workstations per Department of Labor standards.
• Oversee quality of contract products and services.
• Promote a safe, clean, neat and healthy workplace for clients and staff.
• Implement and monitor formal training programs for people supported.
• Document progress and maintain records of production quantity and quality.
• Supervise pre-employment interviews, training, and performance of team members.

Skills

IDD experience

ASL (preferred)

CPR/First Aid/NCI (preferred)

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Job description

We are hiring for:IDD Vocational InstructorType:RegularIf you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!Performs a variety of administrative, documentation, program implementation, and monitoring functions by performing time and performance. Relies on supervision and direction from the Vocational Program Manager to accomplish tasks.Role may include supervisory aspects which may vary from no supervision requirements to supervising up to two direct reports. Education, Licensure, and Experience required for the position include: Requires a high school diploma or GED and experience with the population supported.Pay: $16.91 an hourHours: 8 AM - 4:30 PM primarily Monday - Friday, may require a change in scheduled hours as needed according to activities and outings that may occur at night or weekendsJob ResponsibilitiesIdentifying and establishing performance measurement workstations with Department of Labor Standard; overseeing quality of contract product and/or servicesPaying particular attention to the environment as a means to promote a safe, clean, neat and healthy workplace for both people supported and employees; ensuring clean, orderly & attractive work and storage areas at all timesImplementing and monitoring formal people supported training programs within the workshop/classrooms, ensuring clients are exposed to the people supported handbookPerforming actual time and cost of product studies to determine rate of pay for piece or hourly work, assisting with community wage surveysObtaining and inventorying raw materials, needed supplies and materials for performing contract work for finished products, designing/constructing various jobs to facilitate workDocumenting progress of work and maintaining related records to verify production quantity and qualityDocumenting client start and stop times, daily work schedules, rate of pay, re-verification of PM station every 6 months, documenting incident reportsAssisting in the procurement of community job contracts by visiting job sites, conducting job surveys, developing criteria for people supported involvement and serving as liaison between the vocational center and community/business representativesSupervisory responsibilities include pre-employment interviewing, employee training, planning, assigning, and directing work, motivating, disciplining and promoting team performanceRequirementHigh School degree or GED required; Associate degree preferred2 years’ experience working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilitiesValid drivers’ license and automotive insuranceAbility to pass background check and drug screenCPR, first aid, NCI and/or role specific certification, a plusAmerican Sign Language (ASL) (preferred)Pre-employment screening:Complete criminal backgroundName checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)Drug testingEducation verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.Proof of employment history or references (if required)Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.We offer the following benefits to employees:Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)401(k) retirement savings programWellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and FinancialChronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities*contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefitsEEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.About RHA:At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.