Life Skills Instructor - New Salisbury

RBR Alliance, Inc.; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Blue River Services, Inc. is looking for a Life Skills Instructor to provide direct support and instruction in a residential setting.

This role focuses on promoting independence, teaching daily living skills, and ensuring a safe, supportive home while encouraging community involvement and personal growth. The position involves helping residents achieve individualized goals, supporting ISP implementation, and documenting progress.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to teach, guide, and reinforce positive behaviors.
• Ability to build respectful relationships with individuals served.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive home environment for residents.
• Provide instruction in daily living skills and personal care.
• Support residents in developing independence and pursuing individualized goals.
• Assist with implementation of ISP and Person-Centered Plans.
• Monitor and document resident progress and goal achievement.
• Ensure health, safety, and well-being of all residents.
• Participate in recreational and community activities with residents.
• Encourage community participation and relationship building.

Skills

Strong communication

Teaching skills

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Independence

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

JOB TITLE: Life Skills Instructor

DEPARTMENT: Residential SGL

SUPERVISOR’S TITLE: Residential Manager

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None

JOB STATUS: Full Time, Part Time, Non-Exempt

SCHEDULE:

Full-time: Wednesday-Friday: 3pm-9pm and Saturday and Sunday: 9am-9pm

Part-time: Monday-Friday: 5am-10am

Summary:

Provide direct support, instruction, and guidance to individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting. This role focuses on promoting independence, teaching daily living skills, and ensuring a safe, supportive home environment while encouraging community involvement and personal growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive home environment for residents
• Provide instruction in daily living skills including personal care, social skills, money management, and household tasks
• Support residents in developing independence and achieving individualized goals outlined in service plans
• Assist with implementation of Individual Service Plans (ISP) and Person-Centered Plans
• Monitor and document resident progress and goal achievement
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all residents at all times
• Participate in recreational and community activities with residents
• Encourage positive community participation and relationship building
• Support residents in exercising personal choice, independence, and rights
• Assist with household management tasks as assigned
• Promote dignity, respect, and positive interactions with all residents
• Assist with coverage of shifts as needed (when applicable)

Qualifications & Skills:

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to teach, guide, and reinforce positive behaviors
• Ability to build respectful and professional relationships with individuals served
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to support individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting

Physical & Work Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds or more
• Ability to assist residents with physical support and daily living tasks
• Ability to remain active throughout shift, including standing, walking, bending, and lifting
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of vehicle insurance required
• Ability to travel for trainings, meetings, and transportation of residents as needed

Certifications & Training Requirements:

• Adult CPR and First Aid certification
• Preventing Disease Transmission (Bloodborne Pathogens) certification
• Core A & B Medication Training
• CPI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention) certification

Blue River Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace

BRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace

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For more details, you may contact Anna Marrs at [e-mail].

$350 Sign-on Bonus eligible position. Must be scheduled for a minimum of 20 hours per week for Sign-on Bonus.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. One year of experience in a residential setting serving individuals with disabilities preferred.