Instructional Assistant

United Cerebral Palsy Associations • Manteca, CA

2d

About The Position

Works under direct supervision of program management to provide functional skills training and personal care to disabled customers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Must possess a valid CDL and clean driving record.
• Must be fully COVID-19 vaccinated, or willing to get vaccinated.
• Is punctual and dependable
• Provides excellent internal and external customer service
• Must work in an ethical and professional manner
• Has strong interpersonal skills that include responding well to supervision
• Must be able to work collaboratively
• Must be able to work independently
• Must demonstrate respect and sensitivity to diversity
• Must possess general knowledge of developmental and physical disabilities; individual/group instruction techniques, behavioral and medical knowledge associated with given disabilities such as seizure activity, practice of correct lifting, positioning and transferring techniques, behavior modification techniques, documentation procedures and have ability to remain calm in high stress situations
• Must maintain First Aid/CPR certificates and be able to meet California Community Care Licensing personnel standards

Nice To Haves

• Preference given to persons who have experience working in day or residential programs serving persons with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide functional skills training and personal care to disabled customers.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED