Instructor II

Central Valley Training Center•Stockton, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructor II is responsible for providing quality instruction and supervision for adults with intellectual disabilities, challenging behaviors and/or dual diagnosis. The position is responsible for implementing the Company’s positive behavioral program, complying with the Agency’s policies and procedures, and demonstrating appropriate compliance to Employee Rules of Conduct. This is an At Will, Non-Exempt, Full-Time (34hrs/week) position at the Central Valley Training Center, reporting to the Program Manager, and is an in-person role.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Clear and timely communication with others
Ability to follow written and verbal directions
Ability to present information effectively, accurately and thoroughly in a style others can understand and act upon
Ability to listen to other’s information, ask questions that clarify the intended message, and respond to questions from manager, participants, and outside organizations
Written work is thorough and accurate
Written materials are provided in a timely manner and in a style usable by others
Calculation of figures and amounts including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages
Ability to apply basic math concepts
Ability to solve practical problems and use available resources
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions provided verbally, written in diagram or schedule form
Ability to maintain good judgment and composure during challenging situations
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with participants, staff, community service representatives and the general public
CPR and First Aid Certification
Non Violent Crisis Intervention Training
Social Effectiveness Training
Positive Behavior Support Training
Possess a valid California issued Driver’s License
Personal automobile liability insurance
A vehicle available for use daily
A driving record that meets the standards outlined in the Company’s hiring policies
Employee automobile insurance must include a certificate of insurance verifying their policy does not include a Business Exclusion
Physically and mentally fit to work with participants who are potentially dangerous to self or others in accordance with the Company’s Physical and Mental Fitness standards
Willing to complete a health screening physical examination that includes a drug screen and TB test
Unrestricted capacity to employ Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training for use in difficult situations
Meet state personnel licensing standards
Willing to work within a culturally integrated workplace, and be willing to respect human differences based upon race, religion or religious creed, religious observance, color, caste, indigeneity, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transitioning, or transgender status, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, protective hairstyles (including, but not limited to braids, twists, and locks, etc.) marital status (includes lawfully recognized same sex marriages), medical condition, disability, military service, military and veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, reproductive health decision making, off-duty cannabis use, and any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws, regulations, ordinances, and any other characteristic that distinguishes people from one another

Nice To Haves

Experience working with adults with intellectual disabilities is desirable

Responsibilities

Provide direct individual and group instruction to assigned participants in accordance with participant’s abilities, goals, agency training level and agency goals.
Provide constant appropriate supervision of participants, implement age appropriate training activities, and apply agency training methods to ensure structure to working environment.
Maintain an environment which promotes non-aversive behavior programming; using positive interactions with participants on a daily basis, responding to crisis using good judgment and using approved crisis techniques.
Collect and tabulate pertinent data in an error-free manner.
Thoroughly and accurately complete program paperwork.
Implement individualized assessment to develop objectives and plans that are in agreement with program and participant identified goals.
Initiate communication and demonstrate work habits that facilitate teamwork with co-workers.
Demonstrate positive and professional communication with other agencies and businesses.
Maintain a clean, organized and safe environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Assist the Team Leader with preparing and developing individualized assessments, objectives and lesson plans that are in agreement with the program and participant identified goals.
Assist the team leader with the auditing of participant files.
Provide thorough and accurate participant evaluation and objectives to Program Coordinator.
Assess and ensure the physical needs of the participant are met; communicate potential health problems to any supervisor in a timely manner; and initiate approved first-aid techniques during medical crisis.
Develop and present documentation and data and provide input on individual participant programs.
Initiate timely communication with others, both co-workers and external professionals, regarding participant services and pertinent program issues.
Plan, supervise, and thoroughly document appropriate participant outings, activities, and meetings.
Participate in, and successfully complete, required in-service training to maintain certification and improve job related skills.
Evaluate existing program structure and work with others to develop and implement tools, techniques, and other resources to improve program effectiveness.
Collaboratively and effectively work as an interdisciplinary team member to evaluate participant progress, crisis, and medical issues; recommend program adjustments; and initiate changes in programming to accommodate participant needs.