Instructor 1

Aspire Behavioral Health & DD Services; Albany, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities Services is seeking an Instructor I- SSS011 in Albany, GA. The role is full time with non-exempt status, and involves direct care within the Developmental Disability Services-Primus Albany unit.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with related experience or an Associate degree, plus crisis intervention training and valid driving credentials. Compensation is up to $31,200 annually.

Qualifications

• Entry qualifications include High school diploma or GED with one year of social or direct care experience.
• Associate degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience.
• Must possess basic reading, writing, and math skills; able to operate a computer; valid driver's license and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Observe and monitor individuals' behavior.
• Assist and supervise individuals with daily living activities.
• Develop individualized plans and participate in treatment team discussions.

Skills

High school diploma or GED

Direct care experience

Lift 50 pounds

Crisis Intervention training

Computer skills

Education

Associate degree in related field

Job description

A. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Location: Albany,GA

Wage: Up to: 31200.00 Annual

Department: Developmental Disability Services-Primus Albany

Position Type: Full Time

Announcement Begin Date: 8/26/2026

Pay Grade: B

Location Name: Primus Industries

Aspire Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities Services Job Description

Position Title: Instructor I- SSS011 Status: Non-Exempt

Position Number:

Date: 01.09.2020 Revision Review

Employee:

Work Unit: I/DD – Day Services: County:

Immediate Supervisor's Title: SST III – Day Services Care Plan Coordinator

List positions supervised through immediate contact: None

B. QUALIFICATIONS

Entry qualifications include 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. Possess basic reading, writing, and math skills; able to lift 50 pounds; able to complete Crisis Intervention training; able to use a computer; able to maintain a valid driver's license and able maintain valid 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. Ability to develop individualized plans. Knowledge of the documentation process. Ability to build relationships with community employers. Knowledge of pertinent state, federal, local laws, and rules and regulations. Ability to serve as a liaison between all interested parties. Ability to serve 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. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. Ability to investigate any concerns or complaints and develop a resolution. Ability to complete evaluations to determine functional level of individuals. Knowledge of various recreational activities. Ability to plan recreational activities for individuals. Ability to participate 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 all daily housekeeping chores. Ability to identify and report facility repairs and equipment problems. Conflict resolution skills. Ability to complete individual orientation sessions. Ability to identify disruptive behavior. Ability to train individuals in personal hygiene and other daily living activities. Ability to recognize contributions and celebrate accomplishments. Ability to conduct individual and group training sessions for individuals. Knowledge of agency accepted disciplinary techniques. Knowledge of agency accepted group/interview techniques. Ability to develop teaching aids. Knowledge of case management.

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Position Title: Instructor I- SSS011

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C. EQUIPMENT THAT REQUIRES SAFE AND EFFECTIVE USE

(Include emergency equipment, treatment equipment and high risk equipment)

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

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