Day Prgrm Instructor

Community Residences•Newington, CT

12h•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 and safety of clients both within the facility and during community outings.

Requirements

Must be able to lift and transfer 70-75 lbs.
Must be able to utilize approved protective hold techniques.
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 the 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.
Must obtain Public Service License within sixty (60) days of hire or transfer and maintain it for the duration of employment.
High school diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of developmentally disabled clients.
Create a learning environment and develop strategies to help clients cope with social, emotional, and physical situations.
Implement Individual Plan of Care/Follow-Along Plan and record data on teaching strategies, behavior plans, and client progress.
Monitor medical, physical, and behavioral changes in individuals and report changes to supervisors.
Follow written dietary plans and assist with meal preparation if required.
Maintain the appearance, cleanliness, and upkeep of the day program facilities and vehicle.
Maintain clients' right to privacy and adhere to confidentiality policies.
Conduct self in a professional manner when interacting with participants, supervisors, co-workers, families, medical professionals, and community members.
Participate in required training opportunities and maintain all required certifications.
Take individuals on community-based outings, ensuring health and safety measures are followed.
Provide accurate accounting of agency's petty cash and client funds.
Familiarize oneself with and ensure compliance with CRI policies and procedures.
Perform other work-related duties as assigned by supervisors.