Life Skills Developmental Training Instructor (Day Program)

Bellwood Developmental Center•Bellwood, IL

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Bellwood Developmental Center is hiring a full-time Life Skills / Developmental Training Instructor for its community day program. The instructor supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, provides direct support and life skills training, and gives staff support and oversight in the day program setting. The role is part of an interdisciplinary team that plans services and activities for the individuals served. The position is based at 105 Eastern Ave, Bellwood, Illinois, and the program is described as operating Monday through Friday during daytime hours.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a social service or human services-related field, such as Psychology, Sociology, or Education.
At least one year of experience working with adults or individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Valid driver’s license.
Meet the screening requirements for the Healthcare Worker Background Check.
Desire to make a positive difference in people’s lives.
Ability to work as a team player in a collaborative environment.
Frequent physical activity, including extended periods of standing, walking, and bending; occasional sitting, kneeling, climbing, stooping, crouching, squatting, and balancing.
Constant reaching between knee and shoulder level, frequent reaching below knee level and overhead, occasional independent lifting up to 25 pounds, frequent pushing or pulling up to 40 pounds of force, and ability to safely transfer 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support and life skills training to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Provide support and oversight to staff in the day program setting.
Participate as a member of an interdisciplinary team in planning services and activities.
Train and develop daily living skills and activities to help individuals achieve success.
Assist with community integration.
Provide quality services and support to individuals served.
Provide direct care, including toileting and feeding individuals with disabilities.