Resident. Instructor

Community-Residences; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Community-Residences seeks a Residential Instructor in the Adult Services department to create a supportive learning environment and to implement care plans for individuals with developmental disabilities. The role requires someone who can lift and transfer clients, manage daily activities, and maintain safety and documentation standards.

The position involves active work both inside and outside the home, adherence to medical and behavioral plans, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; two years in human services preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in related Human Services field preferred.
• Ability to communicate with persons with developmental disabilities.
• Willingness to learn about current issues in the field.
• Must possess a valid CT driver’s license and have a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing learning environment and develop strategies to help clients cope with daily living.
• Lift and transfer clients; work active indoors and outdoors.
• Utilize approved protective hold techniques to keep everyone safe.
• Implement care plans and document progress and barriers; maintain awareness of individual treatment plans.
• Monitor daily medical, physical and behavioral changes; report to supervisor promptly.
• Administer medication as certified, and report any errors.
• Arrange and follow through on medical appointments and doctors’ orders.
• Assist in planning and preparing meals within budget.
• Maintain the house, vehicles and properties in a clean, safe condition.
• Interact professionally with participants, staff, families and community.
• Attend required trainings and maintain certifications as per policy.
• Manage petty cash and client funds in an auditable manner.
• Respect privacy and confidentiality per CRI policy.
• Take clients to community outings following safety rules.
• Familiarize with CRI policies and procedures.
• Contribute to developing positive neighborhood relationships.

Skills

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Patience and empathy

Behavior management

Documentation skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years experience in Human Services

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

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Resident. Instructor

JOB TITLE: Residential Instructor

DEPARTMENT: Adult Services

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Create a nurturing, positive learning environment and develop strategies to help the clients cope effectively with social, emotional and physical situations of daily living and facilitate independent performance in these areas.
• Must be able to perform all job functions required. Must be able to lift and transfer 70-75lbs. The work is active and performed both inside and outside of the home.
• Must be able to utilize approved protective hold techniques in order to keep you, clients, and co-workers safe.
• Implement Individual Plan of Care/Follow-Along Plan based in the Interdisciplinary Team’s identification of client needs; record data on all identified teaching strategies, behavior plans, report client’s progress needs and any barriers that impede progress. Responsible to maintain and document an awareness of individual treatment plans, inclusive of use of leisure time, community experiences, use of public transportation, safety skills, personal hygiene and activities of daily living.
• Monitor medical, physical and behavioral changes in individuals on a daily basis and report changes to the Supervisor, RN Program Coordinator or Program Director as it occurs, is observed or discovered; write up incident reports and submit to Program Coordinator or Residential Program Manager within 24 hours.
• Once Medication Certified, administer medication to clients at prescribed times; in accordance with agency policy and DDS regulatory standards. Report all errors of medication administration or documentation to the RN, Program Manager and Program Coordinator immediately.
• Monitor and assist in making medical and other related appointments as requested. Following medical appointments assist and monitor follow through on all doctors’ orders and recommendations per RN direction.
• Participate in the planning, purchasing and preparation of meals within available budgetary resources; ensure clients’ dietary plans are followed.
• Maintain the appearance, cleanliness and upkeep of the house, properties and vehicle, insuring they are clean and safe. Report all repair needs to the Program Manager and/or Program Coordinator in a timely manner.
• Conduct self in a professional manner when interacting with participants, supervisors, co-workers, families, medical profession and members of the community.
• Participate in training opportunities (in-service training, staff meetings, conferences, etc.), as required; maintain all required training per agency policy and DDS regulatory requirement.
• Provide accurate accounting of agency’s petty cash and client funds in an informative, auditable condition at all times, as required or requested by the Residential Program Manager.
• Assures individuals’ right to privacy and adheres to CRI’s confidentiality policy.
• Take individuals to a variety of community based outings ensuring that all health and safety measures in the Individuals support plan are followed while in the community. Utilizes the agency vehicle following state laws and safety procedures.
• Familiarize oneself with CRI policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with same.
• Assist in developing a positive neighborhood/community relationship.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

1. Demonstrate organizational ability, experience and ability to communicate effectively with persons with developmental disabilities.

2. Demonstrate some knowledge of educational and behavioral programs.

3. Demonstrate willingness to learn about current issues in the field of developmental disabilities.

4. Be able to communicate with people at various ability levels.

5. Possess organizational abilities to implement programs and services designed to enhance the individual’s learning process.

6. Possess self-motivation.

7. Be interested in improving the quality of life for people; be interested in household management; be interested in teaching.

8. Display patience, encouraging attitude, optimism, energy, communication skills, and a nurturing temperament.

9. Have the ability to perform active work, both inside and outside of the program.

10. Must possess a valid CT driver’s license and have a good driving record. Must have reliable transportation and may be required to utilize personal vehicle to transport clients.

EDUCATION

A high school diploma or GED and at least two years of experience in the field of Human Services preferred. A Bachelor’s degree in a related Human Services area in addition to experience is preferred.