COMMUNITY SKILLS TRAINER - Weekend Overnights

Independent Living Services • Conway, AR

106d

About The Position

The community skills trainer (CST) provides direct services to people served by Independent Living Services (ILS). This person works directly under the supervision of the Managers. Regular contact with the supervisor is necessary. The CST will be part of a team of consumers, service professionals, family members, and others identified in the Service Plan/Individual Program Plan (IPP). The CST will provide services including supervision, training, assistance, and support in identified areas of need outlined by the Service Plan/Individual Personal Plan (I.P.P.). Working one-on-one and in group settings, the CST will increase the consumer's life skills to positively impact each consumer's quality of life. ILS reserves the right to adjust employment hours and days of operation based upon requirements to fulfill contract obligations.

Requirements

• Preferably a High School Education or equivalent.
• Valid AR driver's license in good standing.
• Ability to safely operate any and all vehicles, business machines, and industrial equipment necessary for the successful operation of the program.
• Proof of vehicle liability insurance.
• Ability to lift at a minimum of 25 pounds.
• Maintain a current negative Health Card or chest x-ray (TB skin test).
• Successfully complete a minimum of 12 hours continuing education and training in topics relative to the position annually.
• Ability to observe and record programming and behavioral data.
• Ability to communicate clearly with staff and consumers verbally or utilizing other effective means.
• Knowledge of independent living skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in areas of employment directly related to the performance of this job as included in the above 'Job Duties and Responsibilities'.

Responsibilities

• Focus first on the person being served, and understand that my role in direct supports will require flexibility, creativity, and commitment.
• Know and respect the values of the people I support and facilitate their expression of choices related to those values.
• Provide advocacy when the individual's preferences, needs, or talents are neglected or overlooked.
• Encourage growth and recognize the autonomy of the individuals receiving services while also being attentive to reducing their risk of harm.
• Develop relationships with the individuals I support that are respectful, based on mutual trust, and that maintains professional boundaries.
• Address challenging behaviors proactively and respectfully, using methods outlined in the ILS Employee Handbook, and follow any behavior management plans in effect for specific individuals.
• Help individuals I support understand and express their rights and responsibilities.
• Recognize that each individual I provide services to has potential for lifelong learning and growth.
• Assist the individuals I support to understand their options and the possible consequences of their options as they relate to their physical and emotional health and well being.
• Be conscious of my own values and how they influence my professional decisions.
• Maintain competency in my profession through continued learning and attending and being an active participant in staff meetings and trainings.
• Assume responsibility and accountability for my actions and decisions.
• Recognize the importance of modeling valued behaviors to co-workers, individuals receiving services, and the community at large.
• Practice responsible work habits.
• Being on time for work.
• Completing all necessary documentation to assure compliance with all state and federal regulations.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality for all consumer information, and facility operations.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer.
• No discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, orientation, religion, disability, ethnicity, origin, marital status, or veteran status.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees