Independent Living Skills Instructor

AbleLight; Clovis, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

AbleLight seeks an SLS Instructor to provide one-on-one instruction and advocacy to help individuals gain independence and integrate into the community. The role emphasizes building strong relationships with individuals and serving as a liaison to supports and services.

The position involves supervising employment preparation, communication skills training, mobility, education planning, money management, daily living tasks, safety awareness, and access to community resources while promoting

Qualifications

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general regulations.
• Ability to write legible and accurate notes relating to an individual’s goals/objectives.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions to the consumer, circle of support, Regional Center and/or general public.
• Possess a cell phone to be used to communicate with management and complete payroll responsibilities (view schedule, submit Time-Off request, punch in/out, and other duties).

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and training to individuals in employment preparation, personal appearance/hygiene, interviewing, resume building, and time management.
• Support communication through facilitated devices (Braille, Sign Language, finger spelling, augmentative devices) and training in using phones, internet, etc.
• Train individuals to access public transportation, bus routes, DMV materials, and obtain bus passes.
• Coach in education planning, class enrollment, financial aid, attendance, and assignments.
• Teach budgeting, shopping, and basic money handling.

Skills

Supervision

Regulations literacy

Notes & documentation

Consumer communication

English language

Independent judgment

Cell phone use

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

AbleLight seeks an SLS Instructor to provide one-on-one instruction and advocacy to help individuals gain independence and integrate into the community. The role emphasizes building strong relationships with individuals and serving as a liaison to supports and services.

The position involves supervising employment preparation, communication skills training, mobility, education planning, money management, daily living tasks, safety awareness, and access to community resources while promoting