Resident. Instructor

Community Residences•Oxford, CT

20d

About The Position

The Resident Instructor creates a nurturing, positive learning environment and supports clients in developing strategies to manage everyday social, emotional, and physical situations and increase independence. The role implements individualized plans of care and teaching and behavior strategies, documents progress and barriers, monitors clients’ health and behavior, and reports changes or incidents to the appropriate staff. Once medication certified, the instructor administers prescribed medications in accordance with agency policy and regulatory standards. The position also supports clients’ medical appointments, meals and dietary plans, household upkeep, personal funds, and community activities. It requires professional communication with clients, colleagues, families, medical professionals, and community members; compliance with agency policies and confidentiality requirements; and participation in required training. Work is active and takes place both inside and outside the home, including lifting and transferring 70–75 pounds and using approved protective hold techniques when necessary. The schedule is Saturday and Sunday from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Monday and Tuesday from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Requirements

Demonstrate organizational ability and the ability to communicate effectively with people with developmental disabilities and people at various ability levels.
Demonstrate some knowledge of educational and behavioral programs.
Show willingness to learn about current issues in the field of developmental disabilities.
Have organizational abilities to implement programs and services that enhance individuals’ learning.
Be self-motivated and interested in improving people’s quality of life, household management, and teaching.
Demonstrate patience, an encouraging attitude, optimism, energy, communication skills, and a nurturing temperament.
Be able to perform active work inside and outside the program.
Be able to lift and transfer 70–75 pounds.
Be able to use approved protective hold techniques to maintain the safety of oneself, clients, and coworkers.
Possess a valid Connecticut driver’s license and a good driving record.
Have reliable transportation and be able to use a personal vehicle to transport clients if required.

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma or GED.
At least two years of experience in Human Services.
A bachelor’s degree in a related Human Services area, in addition to experience.

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 the Interdisciplinary Team’s identification of client needs; record data on teaching strategies and behavior plans, and report progress, needs, and barriers.
Maintain and document 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 and report them to the Supervisor, RN Program Coordinator, or Program Director; submit incident reports 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 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, and 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 upkeep 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, staff meetings, conferences, and other training opportunities, and maintain required training in accordance with agency policy and DDS requirements.
Maintain accurate, auditable accounting of agency petty cash and client funds as required or requested by the Residential Program Manager.
Protect individuals’ privacy and comply with CRI’s confidentiality policy.
Take individuals on community outings, follow health and safety measures in their support plans, and use agency vehicles in accordance with state laws and safety procedures.
Familiarize oneself with and comply with CRI policies and procedures.
Help develop positive relationships with the neighborhood and community.