Residential Instructor FY 26-27 # 23

Alternative Services Connecticut, Inc•Colchester, CT

1d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Instructor is responsible for the daily supervision of consumers and operation of the residential program. The role ensures consumer progress is followed and documented accurately and promptly, implements agency policies and procedures related to consumer safety and welfare and agency property, and helps provide a fun, safe, and healthy environment. The position includes monitoring and supporting consumers, implementing behavior support and other programs, administering medications according to applicable guidelines, assisting with personal hygiene and daily activities, and organizing or supervising activities at home and in the community. The Residential Instructor documents shift activities, incidents, consumer progress, and other required information; responds to emergencies and unusual occurrences; and communicates with supervisors, families, guardians, coworkers, and outside agencies as appropriate. The role also involves maintaining the home and its equipment, assisting with shopping and meals, safely transporting residents, participating in staff meetings and professional development, and performing other duties as assigned. The Residential Instructor is accountable to the Residential Manager or another designated person. The listed schedule is Sunday 2 p.m.–8 p.m. and Monday through Wednesday 3 p.m.–12 a.m.; Thursday through Saturday are off.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least two years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or individuals who are dually diagnosed; education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured by the company throughout employment.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to obtain and maintain CPR, First Aid, PMT, and DDS State Medication Administration certifications.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds, transfer individuals, and physically intervene with individuals as required.

Responsibilities

Monitor consumer behavior, implement behavior management and other applicable programs, and document activities on appropriate forms.
Document shift activities and incidents in the log and in Therap; provide programmatic and statistical reports as required.
Maintain the safety, appearance, and cleanliness of the home; inspect equipment and internal and external areas for sanitation and safety; make minor repairs or alert a supervisor to larger problems.
Know consumers’ locations and follow agency policies and procedures, including medication administration, key control, individual plans, emergency procedures, licensing regulations, and DDS contracts.
Immediately alert appropriate personnel to problems or unusual occurrences and complete consumer or workers’ compensation incident reports accurately and promptly.
Follow policies, procedures, and legal or program commitments to consumers required by state and federal agencies, including Connecticut DDS and ASI.
Fulfill delegated responsibilities and report on assigned duties at staff meetings as required.
Advocate for consumers, serve as an appropriate role model, and treat individuals with respect and dignity.
Assist with or complete consumers’ necessary hygiene needs.
Document matters affecting the welfare of the home or consumers, including movements, unusual incidents, seizures, medication administration or errors, accidents, medical emergencies, and noticeable changes in conduct.
Distribute medications according to each consumer’s schedule, DDS Medication Certification guidelines, and agency policies.
Provide and supervise activities or programs during each shift, interacting with consumers from the home and other group homes as applicable and in line with consumer needs and preferences.
Provide counseling or reinforcement to assigned consumers regarding progress, problems, and interests.
Help supervise and safely transport residents to community activities, day programs, and social events.
Follow emergency procedures for fires, hurricanes, power outages, accidents, and other serious incidents.
Assist guardians, parents, and others in understanding and applying normalization and person-centered-planning principles when working with consumers.
Report and immediately respond to violations of individuals’ rights to the Executive Director or designee and participate in investigations as directed.
Assist with shopping, meal preparation, setup, and cleanup while on duty.
Attend in-service training, seminars, staff meetings, and other professional development opportunities; provide training to agency personnel as required.
Maintain thorough working knowledge of agency policies and procedures.
Follow consumers’ behavior support plans and document accordingly.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Residential Manager, Assistant Residential Manager, or upper management.
Obtain and maintain required certifications, including CPR, First Aid, PMT, and DDS State Medication Administration.
Travel during daily work as required, using an agency vehicle or personal vehicle.