Day Program Instructor
About The Position
SUMMARY We are looking for staff to provide direct care to persons with developmental and physical disabilities in our Day Program. This person will be responsible for implementing behavior programs and other habilitation and vocational programs, and also facilitating and promoting community integration and safety. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Assists individuals in daily activities including daily hygiene functions. Implements behavioral goals, teaching strategies, monitoring procedures, exercise programs and other team recommended programs and procedures. Assists in the completion of individuals assessments. Supervises and assists in the preparation of food for individuals following special prescribed diets and food consistency. Provides active treatment to individuals. Models positive adult roles in the community Fosters community belonging through person-centered appropriate activities Provides meaningful community experiences to individuals. Maintains specified level of supervision of individuals in the community. Documents case notes, communication logs, programs, incident reports, abuse and neglect reports, safety reports, fire drills, time sheets, mileage forms and other required documentation timely and accurately.
Requirements
- Understanding the nature of human systems: individual, group, organization, community and society, and their major interactions for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Skill in identifying and selecting natural opportunities which promote growth and goal attainment for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Skill in implementing interventions for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Process skills which are required to implement services for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 3 to 6 months related experience and /or training, or human service training certificate.
- Experience using basic computer programs.
- Valid Connecticut Driver’s License
- Ability to obtain the following licenses/certifications: Department of Developmental Services - Medication Certification Public Service License valid for the state of Connecticut (if applicable) CPR and First Aid certification, as required by program site. PMT certification
Responsibilities
- Assists individuals in daily activities including daily hygiene functions.
- Implements behavioral goals, teaching strategies, monitoring procedures, exercise programs and other team recommended programs and procedures.
- Assists in the completion of individuals assessments.
- Supervises and assists in the preparation of food for individuals following special prescribed diets and food consistency.
- Provides active treatment to individuals.
- Models positive adult roles in the community
- Fosters community belonging through person-centered appropriate activities
- Provides meaningful community experiences to individuals.
- Maintains specified level of supervision of individuals in the community.
- Documents case notes, communication logs, programs, incident reports, abuse and neglect reports, safety reports, fire drills, time sheets, mileage forms and other required documentation timely and accurately.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
