Program Instructor

Aspire Chicago; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Benefit Time (Vacation, Sick, Personal)

403(B) Retirement Savings Plan with matching contribution

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Insurances available

13 Holidays

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Curriculum Developer and Facilitator to create impactful learning experiences for individuals with Intellectual Disabilities. This role involves designing personalized curricula, coaching support staff, and fostering independence among participants. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with an interdisciplinary team to enhance the lives of those served. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference and possess the skills to empower others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required and 2-3 years of related experience.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement curricula for individuals with Intellectual Disabilities.
• Provide coaching and guidance to direct support staff.
• Monitor and assess individuals' health and skill development.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to interact positively with individuals with disabilities

Ability to maintain pleasant working relationships

Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Do you want to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with Intellectual Disabilities? As a Curriculum Developer and Facilitator, you'll play a pivotal role in enhancing daily living skills and independence. Through designing personalized curricula based on each individual's unique strengths and goals, you'll empower growth and promote self-sufficiency. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, coach direct support staff, and help shape a brighter future for the people we serve. If you're driven by purpose and looking to make a difference, this role is for you.

Position Summary: Develop and implement curricula designed to promote skill development for individuals with Intellectual Disabilities to enhance daily life. Create customized curricula based on the individual's strengths and needs. Provide coaching and guidance to direct support team members in the delivery of activities.

Position Responsibilities:

• The following represents the primary position responsibilities, but other related duties necessary to meet the needs of the organization may be assigned.
• Instruction
• Facilitate the training for specific norms of program area and develop/create task analysis of norms.
• Develop curricula in program area to meet specific standards/norms.
• Prepare lesson plans and training schedules.
• Train DSPs and individuals served on standards/norms.
• Evaluate/assess individuals for interests, dreams, goals, skill strengths, and areas of needed skill development.
• Assess each individual bi-annually on hard and soft skills. Track areas of growth and areas of need.
• Create and score outcome measurement tools.

Support:

• Develop plans and recommendations for Individual PCP that meet individual interests, dreams, skill strengths, and areas of needed skill development.
• Maintain familiarity with individualized clinical programs and implement accordingly.
• Monitor individuals' health, behavior, clothing, and hygiene and take corrective action when necessary.
• Transport individuals as needed according to schedule.
• Perform and assist with personal care, including but not limited to, toileting, transferring, feeding, and showering, as needed.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Ensure proper record documentation by completing and monitoring individual's goal tracking.
• Takes an active role as a member of the Facilitator Team, working with Manager of Academies, Director, Lead Facilitator, PAs/DSPs, PCP, Team Managers, Life Consultants, and Clinical Team.
• Develop and maintain relationships in assigned program area.
• Communicate concerns to appropriate interdisciplinary team members to support individual needs, goals, and growth.
• Attend professional development sessions.
• Monitor and/or create incident reports as needed.
• Complete all required paperwork and assignments accurately and in a timely manner.

Reporting to this Position: None

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 2-3 years' experience in a related field.

Additional Licensing/Certifications:

Valid Illinois Driver's License with a good driving record.

Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Ability to maintain pleasant working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Ability to interact positively with individuals who have intellectual or developmental disabilities.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize work.
• Effective oral and written communication skills; ability to write reports.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to deal tactfully, engagingly, and courteously with individuals, employees at all levels, families, and the general public.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

Experience working with adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilities preferred.

Physiological Factors:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; bend or stoop; walk and climb stairs; reach with hands and arms, push, pull; talk, hear, and observe.
• Able to assist people in moving from one position to another including transferring from sitting to standing, repositioning, transferring from one surface to another, or climbing stairs.
• Work requires heavy physical exertion and may include lifting up to 75 pounds.
• Duties are performed primarily in the Day Service Center, residential home, agency office, and the community. Work areas are restricted to non-smoking.

Full-Time Benefits (regularly scheduled to work more than 37 1/2 hours per week):

• Health Insurance
• Benefit Time (Vacation, Sick, Personal)
• 13 Holidays
• 403(B) Retirement Savings Plan with matching contribution
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Insurances available

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