Resident. Instructor

Community Residences•Bristol, CT

26d•$19 - $20

About The Position

The Resident Instructor creates a nurturing, positive learning environment and develops strategies to help clients cope with social, emotional, and physical situations of daily living and perform independently. The role implements each client’s Individual Plan of Care or Follow-Along Plan, documents teaching strategies and progress, monitors health and behavior, and supports clients’ daily living, medical, household, and community needs. The instructor also maintains the home and vehicle, handles agency and client funds as required, protects client privacy, follows agency policies and procedures, and builds positive relationships with clients, families, coworkers, and the community. The work is active and takes place both inside and outside the home. The schedule is Thursday and Friday, 2 p.m.–10 p.m.; Saturday, 3 p.m.–11 p.m.; and Sunday, 3 p.m.–10 p.m.

Requirements

Ability to perform all required job functions and lift and transfer 70–75 pounds.
Ability to use approved protective-hold techniques to maintain the safety of oneself, clients, and coworkers.
Organizational ability and effective communication with people with developmental disabilities and people at various ability levels.
Some knowledge of educational and behavioral programs.
Willingness to learn about current issues in the developmental disabilities field.
Ability to organize and implement programs and services that support individuals’ learning.
Self-motivation and interest in improving quality of life, household management, and teaching.
Patience, an encouraging attitude, optimism, energy, communication skills, and a nurturing temperament.
Ability to perform active work inside and outside the program.
Valid Connecticut driver’s license and good driving record.
Reliable transportation; may be required to use a personal vehicle to transport clients.
High school diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience in Human Services is preferred.
A bachelor’s degree in a related Human Services area, in addition to experience, is preferred.

Responsibilities

Create a nurturing, positive learning environment and develop strategies that help clients manage daily social, emotional, and physical situations and perform independently.
Implement Individual Plans of Care and Follow-Along Plans based on needs identified by the Interdisciplinary Team; document teaching strategies, behavior plans, progress, needs, and barriers.
Maintain awareness of individual treatment plans, including leisure time, community experiences, public transportation, safety skills, personal hygiene, and activities of daily living.
Monitor clients’ medical, physical, and behavioral changes daily and report changes to the Supervisor, RN Program Coordinator, or Program Director; complete incident reports and submit them within 24 hours.
Once medication certified, administer medication as prescribed and in accordance with agency policy and DDS regulatory standards; immediately report medication administration or documentation errors to the RN, Program Manager, and Program Coordinator.
Monitor and assist with medical and related appointments; support follow-through on doctors’ orders and recommendations as directed by the RN.
Participate in planning, purchasing, and preparing meals within budget and ensure clients’ dietary plans are followed.
Maintain the cleanliness, appearance, and safety of the house, property, and vehicle; report repair needs promptly.
Conduct oneself professionally when interacting with participants, supervisors, coworkers, families, medical professionals, and community members.
Participate in required training, in-service sessions, staff meetings, and conferences, and maintain required training.
Maintain accurate, auditable accounting of agency petty cash and client funds as required or requested.
Protect individuals’ privacy and comply with CRI’s confidentiality policy.
Take individuals on community outings, follow support-plan health and safety measures, and use the agency vehicle in compliance with state laws and safety procedures.
Learn and comply with CRI policies and procedures.
Help develop positive neighborhood and community relationships.