Resident. Instructor

Community Residences•Newtown, CT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Instructor creates a nurturing, positive learning environment and develops strategies to help clients cope effectively with the social, emotional, and physical situations of daily living, while facilitating independent performance. The role implements each client’s Individual Plan of Care or Follow-Along Plan based on needs identified by the Interdisciplinary Team, records data on teaching strategies and behavior plans, and reports client progress, needs, and barriers to progress. The Resident Instructor monitors clients’ medical, physical, and behavioral status; reports changes; writes incident reports; and assists with appointments and follow-through on medical recommendations. Once medication certified, the employee administers medication according to agency policy and DDS standards. The role also supports meal planning and preparation, household and vehicle upkeep, accurate accounting of petty cash and client funds, and community outings. It requires professional conduct, participation in required training, protection of client privacy, compliance with agency policies, and use of an agency or personal vehicle as needed. This is active work performed inside and outside the home. The employee must be able to lift and transfer 70–75 pounds and use approved protective hold techniques to maintain safety. The schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 7 a.m.–3 p.m., and Monday and Tuesday, 3 p.m.–11 p.m., for 32 hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least two years of Human Services experience is preferred.
Ability to perform all required job functions, including active work inside and outside the program.
Ability to lift and transfer 70–75 pounds.
Ability to use approved protective hold techniques to maintain the safety of clients, coworkers, and oneself.
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 developmental disabilities.
Ability to organize and implement programs and services that support individual 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.
Valid Connecticut driver’s license and good driving record.
Reliable transportation; may be required to use a personal vehicle to transport clients.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related Human Services area, in addition to experience.

Responsibilities

Create a nurturing, positive learning environment and develop strategies that support clients’ coping skills and independence in daily living.
Implement Individual Plans of Care or Follow-Along Plans based on the Interdisciplinary Team’s identification of client needs.
Record data on teaching strategies and behavior plans, and report client 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 promptly report changes to the appropriate supervisor or program staff.
Complete incident reports and submit them to the Program Coordinator or Residential Program Manager within 24 hours.
Once medication certified, administer medications at prescribed times in accordance with agency policy and DDS standards; immediately report medication administration or documentation errors.
Monitor and assist with medical and related appointments, and support follow-through on doctors’ orders and recommendations as directed by the RN.
Participate in planning, purchasing, and preparing meals within budgetary resources, and ensure clients’ dietary plans are followed.
Maintain the cleanliness, appearance, and upkeep of the house, properties, and vehicle; report repair needs promptly.
Interact professionally with clients, supervisors, coworkers, families, medical professionals, and community members.
Participate in required training, staff meetings, and other training opportunities, and maintain required training.
Maintain accurate, auditable accounting of agency petty cash and client funds as required or requested.
Protect clients’ privacy and comply with CRI’s confidentiality policy.
Take clients on community outings and follow health and safety measures in their support plans.
Use agency vehicles in accordance with state laws and safety procedures; transport clients using a personal vehicle if required.
Learn and comply with CRI policies and procedures, and help develop positive neighborhood and community relationships.