Instructor 1

Home, Hope and Healing Inc. & Aspire Behavioral Health and Counseling; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Home, Hope and Healing Inc. & Aspire Behavioral Health and Counseling is seeking an Instructor I to support individuals with developmental disabilities. The role includes assisting with daily living activities and maintaining a safe environment. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and a year of relevant experience.

This position is non-exempt, with a work schedule of Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Applicants should have strong communication and conflict resolution skills, among other qualifications.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience providing direct care to individuals with special needs.
• Ability to observe and monitor individuals’ behaviors.
• Knowledge of individualized plans and ability to develop them.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living activities.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Document daily activities and progress.

Skills

Basic reading, writing, and math skills

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Communication skills – oral and written

Conflict resolution skills

Knowledge of agency confidentiality policies

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Associate degree in a related field

Tools

Computer

Fire extinguisher

First aid kit

Job description

Aspire Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities Services Job Description

Position Title

Instructor I – SSS011

Status

Non-Exempt

Position Number

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Date

1.8.25 Revision Review

Work Unit

I/DD Day Services

Immediate Supervisor’s Title

SST III Day Services Care Plan Coordinator

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent with one year experience providing social or direct care services to groups of special needs individuals in a human service setting OR Associate degree in a related field OR one year experience at the lower level or position equivalent.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills; able to lift 50 pounds; complete Crisis Intervention training; use a computer; maintain a valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Ability to observe and monitor individuals’ behavior.
• Ability to assist and supervise individuals with daily living activities.
• Knowledge of agency confidentiality policies.
• Knowledge of individualized plans and ability to develop them.
• Knowledge of the documentation process.
• Ability to build relationships with community employers.
• Knowledge of pertinent state, federal, and local laws, rules and regulations.
• Ability to serve as a liaison between all interested parties and as a member of the treatment team to develop individuals’ goals and objectives.
• Knowledge of program area.
• Ability to prepare area‑specific reports.
• Knowledge of available resources.
• Ability to provide training and/or orientation services to individuals.
• Communication skills – oral and written.
• Ability to investigate concerns or complaints and develop a resolution.
• Ability to complete evaluations to determine functional level of individuals.
• Knowledge of various recreational activities and ability to plan them.
• Participation in supportive guidance, staff supervision sessions, program planning meetings, consumer staffing, and service training.
• Knowledge of agency safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to operate state vehicles following all safety laws and procedures.
• Ability to complete daily housekeeping chores and report facility repairs and equipment problems.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to complete individual orientation sessions, identify disruptive behavior, and train individuals in personal hygiene and other daily living activities.
• Recognition of contributions and celebration of accomplishments.
• Ability to conduct individual and group training sessions for individuals.
• Knowledge of agency‑accepted disciplinary techniques and group/interview techniques.
• Ability to develop teaching aids.
• Knowledge of case management.

Equipment Requiring Safe and Effective Use

• Fire extinguisher, first aid kit, vans with or without a lift, adaptive equipment such as a wheelchair or Hoyer lift, computer.

Bloodborne Pathogen Category

• Employee routinely performs tasks that involve exposure to blood or other potentially infectious material as part of their assigned duties (Category I).
• Employee performs tasks which do not involve exposure to blood or other potentially infectious matter, but employment may require performing unplanned Category I tasks.
• Employee performs tasks which involve no exposure to blood or other potentially infectious material and performance of Category I tasks is not a condition of employment.

Mandatory Training Category

• Administrative
• Direct Care
• Medical

Performance Improvement

The Albany Area Community Service Board goal is to continually improve the delivery of service by improving consumer outcomes and satisfaction. All employees have a role in performance improvement and are expected to interact collaboratively with co‑workers and other contacts to provide consistent, high‑quality, consumer‑focused services.

Assigned Duties

• Safety
  • Maintain neat, clean, and debris‑free walkways and fire exits.
  • Complete daily cleaning protocol.
  • Store cleaning products in a designated locked cabinet.
  • Report all possible infections to supervisor.
  • Provide CPR, First Aid, CPI, or AAA as needed.
  • Assist people supported in services to and from the bus.
• Supervision of Individuals Supported through I/DD Services
  • Maintain a maximum of a 1:10 staff‑to‑people ratio.
  • Maintain line of sight (if applicable).
  • Provide enhanced supervision (if applicable).
  • Report behavioral concerns to supervisor.
  • Develop training activities relevant to the Individual Service Plan.
• Documentation
  • Track daily by end of shift.
  • Include goal progress and supporting activities.
  • Write detailed person‑centered notes describing choices, participant response, staff involvement, lessons learned, and next steps.
  • Correct errors by drawing a line through the error, initials, and date.
  • Complete supplemental documentation when required (e.g., seizure log, elimination chart, behavior log, repositioning log).
  • Track frequency and intent as outlined in the ISP.
• Engagement with People Supported through Routine Day Services
  • Develop instructor‑to‑individual relationship.
  • Facilitate interaction between individuals and other staff.
  • Communicate visually or verbally.
  • Observe socialization.
• Provide Personal Supports as Needed
  • Toileting/Changing
  • Bathing
  • Grooming
  • Laundry
• Other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday; 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Schedule may change based on agency need. Position is hourly and non‑exempt.