Instructor (4321)

Paycom - ATS; Jesup (GA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Gateway CSB in Jesup, GA is seeking a dedicated individual to provide direct support and instructional assistance to people receiving services, under supervision. You will help with educational activities, daily living tasks, transportation, and community experiences.

The role emphasizes safety, dignity, and person-centered planning; requires a High School diploma or GED, a valid Georgia driver's license, and ability to pass screenings.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state, local and federal regulations affecting developmental disability services.
• Understanding of personal hygiene and daily living support practices.
• Ability to observe, document participant progress and safety.
• Must have valid Georgia Driver’s License and be able to operate a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support and instructional assistance to individuals receiving services.
• Assist in implementing educational and functional training activities.
• Support personal care and daily living activities.
• Prepare instructional materials and maintain program areas.
• Document participant progress and activities.
• Provide transportation and community support activities.

Skills

Regulations knowledge

Personal hygiene

Daily living support

Documentation

Vehicle operation

Training & orientation

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Wayne Club House - Jesup, GA 31545, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School / GED, Salary Range: $12.99 - $12.99 Hourly, Job Shift: Morning, Job Summary:

Under close supervision, assists instructors with providing comprehensive educational, functional training, habilitation, and program services to individuals receiving services. Prepares instructional materials, maintains a safe and effective learning environment, monitors participant progress, and assists with daily activities, transportation, and community-based experiences.

Essential Functions

• Assists instructors in maintaining an effective and supportive learning environment.
• Provides direct instruction and support to individuals receiving services.
• Assists in implementing functional training and skill-building activities.
• Obtains, organizes, and prepares instructional materials and learning aids.
• Assists individuals with meeting and maintaining personal care and physical needs.
• Observes, monitors, and documents participant progress and behavior.
• Provides information and participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and service planning activities.
• Assists with meal preparation, meal service, and feeding assistance when necessary.
• Supports leisure, recreational, and community integration activities.
• Safely operates agency vehicles to transport individuals to appointments, work sites, and community activities.
• Maintains required documentation and program records.
• Serves on assigned committees and participates in organizational activities.
• Promotes safety, dignity, independence, and person-centered services.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of state, local, and federal regulations affecting developmental disability services.
• Knowledge of personal hygiene, personal care, and daily living support practices.
• Knowledge of basic housekeeping and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to observe, monitor, and document participant behaviors and progress.
• Ability to assist and supervise individuals with daily living activities.
• Ability to support implementation of individualized service and treatment plans.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and efficiently.
• Ability to provide training, orientation, and instructional support services.
• Ability to participate in supervision, service planning meetings, and training activities.
• Ability to assist with evaluations and documentation of functional abilities and progress.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals, families, coworkers, and stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation and program records.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provides direct support and instructional assistance to individuals receiving services.
• Assists with implementation of educational and functional training activities.
• Supports personal care and daily living activities.
• Prepares instructional materials and maintains program areas.
• Documents participant progress and activities.
• Provides transportation and community support activities.
• Supports interdisciplinary service planning efforts.
• Maintains a safe and supportive environment for individuals receiving services.

Qualifications: Competencies

• Communication
• Accountability/Responsibility
• Cooperation/Teamwork
• Creative Thinking
• Customer Service
• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Job Knowledge
• Judgment
• Professionalism
• Quality of Work
• Stress Management
• Personal Credibility

Required Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must possess a valid Georgia Driver’s License.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Must successfully pass all required pre-employment screenings, including criminal background checks, motor vehicle record reviews, and drug testing.

Upon appointment to the position, the employee assumes responsibility for meeting and maintaining all minimum qualification requirements, including applicable certifications, licenses, continuing education, competency validations, and mandatory annual or recurrent training. Failure to maintain such requirements may affect eligibility to perform assigned duties.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Work Environment

This position operates in a variety of office, program, instructional, and community settings. The role routinely uses standard office equipment including computers, telephones, photocopiers, filing systems, and related equipment. Travel between Gateway locations and community sites may be required.

Physical Demands

• Frequently walks, sits, stands, and kneels.
• Occasionally climbs, balances, bends, and stoops.
• Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 15 pounds.
• Must have the ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
• Frequently utilizes fine hand-eye coordination, hearing, and visual acuity.
• Must be able to travel between Gateway sites and community locations.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Gateway CSB promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through mandatory pre-employment drug testing.

Terms & Conditions

• Reports to work when scheduled and begins and ends work as expected.
• Reports anticipated tardiness or absence to the supervisor.
• Observes policies regarding meal and break periods.
• Uses work time appropriately and efficiently.
• Requests and utilizes leave appropriately.
• Maintains a professional appearance in accordance with site dress code requirements.
• Observes health, safety, and sanitation policies.
• Performs work according to all applicable rules, regulations, policies, and guidelines.
• Ensures licensure and certification are current and active without suspension or revocation throughout employment.
• Ensures compliance with required training, including new employee orientation.
• Does not engage in activities other than official business during work hours.
• Does not report to work under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Adheres to Gateway’s Standards of Conduct 3.13 and Employee Ethics 3.23.
• May be required to remain at or return to work during agency incidents or emergencies and may work non-traditional schedules as necessary to support agency operations.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee in this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.