PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR

InCommunity•Roswell, GA

1d•$14 - $14•Onsite

About The Position

The Day Service Program Instructor provides day support to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities so they can participate in a day program and live safe, healthy, and joyful lives in their communities. The role involves approximately 80% assistance with program engagement, 10% transportation, and 10% assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs). The instructor drives an agency van or lightweight truck to transport individuals and supports them in daily care, learning, recreational activities, and community outings. Employees are expected to model and promote InCommunity’s mission and values of integrity, service, and respect for each individual’s dignity. The position is full time, based in Roswell, Georgia, and requires occasional travel. The work environment generally has a moderate noise level. Physical demands include regularly talking or hearing, frequently sitting, and occasionally standing, walking, handling or feeling objects, reaching, and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Six months of experience working in human services or a related field.
Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Provide direct daily care, including assistance with activities of daily living and recreational activities.
Assist individuals with learning and developing skills.
Plan and carry out daily activities with other staff, the Lead Program Instructor, and the Program Manager.
Implement individuals’ Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and behavior support plans as written, and document progress as directed.
Encourage individuals to express their choices by listening to their preferences and desires.
Support individuals in following health regimens; accurately document medication, supervise self-administration, and observe and report health changes.
Transport individuals to recreation, community outings, social services or rehabilitation centers, training locations, job sites, and other destinations according to the assigned schedule.
Maintain a safe driving record and comply with local traffic regulations.
Maintain accurate daily documentation of activities, medication, ISP tracking, and other required information.
Communicate professionally and respectfully with individuals supported, families, service coordinators, and InCommunity employees.
Model effective adult behavior for the people served.
Complete at least six hours of online Relias training annually.
Maintain supervision of individuals unless otherwise specified in the Plan of Care.
Consult with staff regarding individuals’ progress and problems.
Work assigned hours and implement the planned schedule.
Perform other duties as assigned.