Day Prgrm Instructor

Community Residences•Newington, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the health, safety, and well being of developmentally disabled clients in Day Program facilities. This role involves creating a learning environment, implementing individual plans of care, monitoring client progress, and ensuring the overall well-being of clients both within the facility and during community outings. The position requires adherence to agency policies, maintaining client privacy, and professional interaction with various stakeholders.

Requirements

Must be able to lift and transfer 70-75 lbs.
Must be able to utilize approved protective hold techniques.
Possess good to excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrate thoroughness and follow-through on daily work assignments.
Display motivation and interest in improving quality of life for population served.
Demonstrate and maintain an optimistic attitude, patience, and compassion for and with the population served.
Valid CT. Driver’s License.
Ability to drive own and agency vehicle and a good driving record.
Public Service License may be required depending upon type of transport vehicle used; Must be obtained within sixty (60) days of hire or transfer; PSL must be maintained for the duration of employment at day program.

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor's degree in related Human Services area or an Associate's degree in a related field and one (1) year experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the health, safety, and well being of developmentally disabled clients in Day Program facilities.
Utilize approved protective hold techniques to ensure safety.
Create a learning environment and develop strategies to help clients cope effectively with social, emotional, and physical situations in daily living, and facilitate independent performance.
Implement Individual Plan of Care/Follow-Along Plan, record data on teaching strategies and behavior plans, and report client progress, needs, and barriers.
Maintain and document awareness of individual treatment plans, including leisure time, community experiences, public transportation use, safety skills, personal hygiene, and activities of daily living.
Monitor medical, physical, and behavioral changes in individuals daily and report changes to the Supervisor, R.N. Program Coordinator or Program Director.
Write up incident reports and submit to Program Coordinator or Day Program Supervisor within 24 hours.
Follow written dietary plans for each client and assist with meal preparation if required.
Maintain the appearance, cleanliness, and upkeep of the day program, properties, and vehicle, ensuring they are clean and safe.
Report all repair needs to the Program Supervisor and/or Program Coordinator in a timely manner.
Maintain clients' right to privacy and adhere to CRI's Confidentiality Policy.
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 as required and maintain all required training per agency policy and DDS regulatory requirement.
Take individuals to community-based outings ensuring all health and safety measures are followed.
Utilize the agency vehicle following state laws and safety procedures.
Provide accurate accounting of agency’s petty cash and client funds in an informative, auditable condition at all times.
Familiarize oneself with CRI policies and procedures, ensuring compliance.
Perform other work-related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or other management as required.