Independent Living Skills Instructor

Pathfinder, Inc.; Searcy (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathfinder, Inc. seeks a dedicated staff member to provide instructional training to residents, helping them build daily living and survival skills for independent living.

The role includes data collection, monitoring programs, and supervising residents in day-to-day tasks, with shifts Monday–Friday 2:00PM-10:00PM and one weekend monthly, in Searcy, AR. The position requires a High School diploma or GED or related experience, and may include CNA/Medical Assistant certifications for entry rate

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; 1 year of relevant supervised work experience with public health, human services or community service agency, or two years' verifiable successful experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• CNA Certification or Medical Assistant certification qualifies for a special entry rate.
• Must pass applicable background checks and drug screen; any offer of employment will be based on the results of background checks and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Manages and supervises residents' active treatment program in accordance with their individual program plans, and demonstrates the skills and techniques necessary to implement individual program plans.
• Follows prescribed activities to meet individual objectives. Provides services which have been developed in an individual program plan.
• Initiates learning skills programs, i.e., reading, money management, cooking, grooming, dress, hygiene.
• Is responsible for the completion of appropriate forms and reports including recording progress notes.
• Provides care and instruction for all residents in the facility in all areas of daily living including home management skills, cooking, cleaning and socialization skills, utilizing behavioral management techniques.
• Assists in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for the residents.
• Provides a variety of choices in community inclusion activities for residents of the facility.
• Monitors/reminds residents when it is necessary to take and refill medications.
• Manages residents in appropriate behaviors in a professional manner and demonstrates the necessary skills and techniques to intervene effectively.
• Encourages healthy work attitudes and behaviors in residents who work.
• Attends meetings and training sessions as directed.
• Communicates verbal and written information regarding resident behavior, needs, medication, and other issues to incoming staff at shift change for program continuity.
• Provides transportation (in personal vehicle) to clients based on their needs and/or for Pathfinder business.
• Performs any other related duties as required or assigned.

Education

High School diploma or GED

CNA Certification or Medical Assistant certification

Job description

Pathfinder, Inc. seeks a dedicated staff member to provide instructional training to residents, helping them build daily living and survival skills for independent living.

The role includes data collection, monitoring programs, and supervising residents in day-to-day tasks, with shifts Monday–Friday 2:00PM-10:00PM and one weekend monthly, in Searcy, AR. The position requires a High School diploma or GED or related experience, and may include CNA/Medical Assistant certifications for entry rate