Respite Instructor

Beyond Support Network; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Buffalo is looking for a Respite Instructor to provide care and supervision for children. The role involves preparing engaging activities, ensuring a safe environment, and supporting students with disabilities. Qualifications include a high school diploma and strong communication skills. Successful candidates will demonstrate teamwork and flexibility. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to impact young lives positively.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred.
• Successful completion of First Aid, CPR, SCIP-R and Defensive Driving upon hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for a class of children and prepare activities.
• Support children during various activities and manage behavior.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Behavior management

Time management

Independent work with students

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year experience in health and human services

Job description

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The Respite Instructor provides care for a class of children. Prepares activities and materials and maintains order and cleanliness in the environment. Supports children with feedings, field trips, arrival and departure, behavior support and other activities.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Reports to Respite Supervisor

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support a mutually respectful, safe and supportive environment that is inclusive of every student.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and be responsive to the social, cultural, linguistic, family and community factors that influence students in the room.
• Provide appropriate supervision as written in students safeguards of IEP to the students at all times while receiving the respite service, including arrival and dismissal.
• Assists in the development and implementation of monthly activity calendars.
• Assists students in social and recreational activities.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment. Addresses immediate health, safety, and cleanliness concerns upon discovery.
• Provide appropriate physical care of assigned students to maintain their cleanliness, safety and comfort. This would include tasks such as direct assistance with washing, dressing, toileting and feeding.
• Creates meaningful communication by using a range of effective communication strategies and skills to establish a collaborative relationship with the student.
• Exhibits professional behavior by demonstrating the following qualities: professional demeanor, attention to punctuality and attendance policies, reliability, flexibility, and pleasantness.
• Adheres to and promotes the mission, culture and practices of the organization.
• Adheres to corporate compliance policies and procedures.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Proficient level of written and oral communication.
• Proficient level of interpersonal skills.
• Proficient level of behavior management skills.
• Possess good time management skills
• Ability to work independently in the community with a group of students.
• Successful completion of First Aid, CPR, SCIP-R and Defensive Driving upon hire is required.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Preferred: One year pertinent experience in health and human service related field and experience working with individuals with disabilities.

Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Teamwork

Intermediate

Oral Communication

Intermediate

Interpersonal Skills

Intermediate

Behaviors

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Education

Required

High School or better.

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