Life Skills Instructor – Independent Living Support

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

Job summary

Pathfinder, Inc. seeks a dedicated caregiver to provide instructional training and support for clients in an LTC setting in Jacksonville, AR. The role involves teaching independent living skills, monitoring progress, and assisting with daily living activities, meals, and house-keeping tasks in accordance with program plans.

Applicants must have a High School diploma or GED, pass background checks and drug screening. Must be able to transport clients and work a non-guaranteed schedule as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Other job related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the qualifications reviewed by Human Resources.
• Must be able to pass applicable background checks and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Manages and supervises resident's active treatment program in accordance with their individual program plans, and demonstrates the skills and techniques necessary to implement individual program plans.
• Is responsible for program data collection, documentation and training instruction.
• Is responsible for the completion of necessary ICF/IID forms and reports.
• Provides care and instruction for all clients in all areas of activities of daily living.
• Assists in household cleaning and maintenance of the facility.
• May be assigned cook duties and meal preparation and assists in dietetic services; including serving and conducting the meals by demonstrating socially appropriate behaviors at mealtime.
• If assigned cook duties, coordinates with House Manager the food purchases and develops menus based on client's choices with the input from the consultant Dietitian.
• Manages client behaviors in a professional manner and demonstrates necessary skills and techniques to intervene effectively.
• Is responsible for the supervision of all documentation such as menu changes and temperatures.
• Attends meetings and training sessions as directed.
• Transports clients to and from community.
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

Skills

Instructional training

Household skills

Communication skills

Data collection

Supervision

Meal preparation

Behavior management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Pathfinder, Inc. seeks a dedicated caregiver to provide instructional training and support for clients in an LTC setting in Jacksonville, AR. The role involves teaching independent living skills, monitoring progress, and assisting with daily living activities, meals, and house-keeping tasks in accordance with program plans.

Applicants must have a High School diploma or GED, pass background checks and drug screening. Must be able to transport clients and work a non-guaranteed schedule as required.