Supported Living Instructor - O'Brien

Pathfinder, Inc.; Jacksonville (AR); On-site; USD 17,440 - 18,129; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site private apartment

Job summary

Pathfinder, Inc. is seeking a dedicated individual to provide essential training and supervision for residents in Jacksonville, Arkansas. You'll assist residents in acquiring vital daily living skills and support independent living.

This position offers an on-site private apartment and a flexible schedule, including full or part-time options. Salary ranges from $12.66 to $13.16 per hour, depending on experience. You’ll also ensure residents’ safety and assist with medication management.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• One year of supervised work experience with public health or human services.
• CNA or Medical Assistant certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise residents' active treatment programs.
• Initiate learning skills programs like cooking and grooming.
• Ensure a safe and healthy environment for residents.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

Behavioral management techniques

Daily living skills teaching

Transportation skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

CNA Certification or Medical Assistant certification

Job description

Overview

Provides instructional training to the Pathfinder, Inc. residents. Assists residents in acquiring necessary daily living skills and survival skills for independent living. Collects data and monitors training programs. Supervises and assists residents in completing day-to-day routine tasks.

Position Details

This position offers an on-site private apartment at no cost to the employee. The applicant may work full or part time in addition to being on-call from 10:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. for response to infrequent emergencies 7 nights per week.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Manages and supervises residents\' active treatment program in accordance with their individual program plans, and demonstrates the skills and techniques necessary to implement individual program plans.
• Follows prescribed activities to meet individual objectives. Provides services which have been developed in an individual program plan.
• Initiates learning skills programs, i.e., reading, money management, cooking, grooming, dress, hygiene.
• Is responsible for the completion of appropriate forms and reports including recording progress notes.
• Provides care and instruction for all residents in the facility in all areas of daily living including home management skills, cooking, cleaning and socialization skills, utilizing behavioral management techniques.
• Assists in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for the residents.
• Provides a variety of choices in community inclusion activities for residents of the facility.
• Monitors/reminds residents when it is necessary to take and refill medications.
• Manages residents in appropriate behaviors in a professional manner and demonstrates the necessary skills and techniques to intervene effectively.
• Encourages healthy work attitudes and behaviors in residents who work.
• Attends meetings and training sessions as directed.
• Communicates verbal and written information regarding resident behavior, needs, medication, and other issues to incoming staff at shift change for program continuity.
• Provides transportation (in personal vehicle) to clients based on their needs and/or for Pathfinder business.
• Performs any other related duties as required or assigned.

Education And Experience

High School diploma or GED; One (1) Year of relevant, supervised work experience with public health, human services or other community service agency; OR Two (2) years\' verifiable successful experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

CNA Certification or Medical Assistant certification will qualify for a special entry rate.

MUST BE ABLE TO PASS APPLICABLE BACKGROUND CHECKS AND DRUG SCREEN. ANY OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT WILL BE BASED ON THE RESULTS OF BACKGROUND CHECKS AND DRUG SCREEN.

Salary: $12.66 - $13.16 per hour