Residential Instructor Position

Community Residences•South Windsor, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Instructor position involves providing direct care and support to clients in a residential setting. This role requires creating a positive learning environment, implementing treatment plans, monitoring client well-being, and maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the home. The position is active and requires physical capabilities, including lifting and transferring clients, and the ability to use protective hold techniques. The instructor will work with youth who may exhibit challenging behaviors and will assist in their therapeutic process by providing compassion, understanding, and a stable living environment. Responsibilities include administering medication, following behavioral and dietary plans, assisting with meal preparation and supply purchasing, and maintaining the agency vehicle and property. Professional conduct and adherence to confidentiality policies are essential. The role also involves supervising family visitations, participating in mandatory training, and conducting community-based outings.

Requirements

Must have valid CT driver's license and a good driving record.
Physical Management Training (PMT)
First Aid, CPR and Medication Certification. Must obtain CPR and FA within 45 days of hire. Medication Administration Certification must be obtained within 4 months of hire and all staff are required to renew these certifications as needed.
Must be able to attend all required training and in-servicing.
Possess good to excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrate thoroughness and effective follow through on daily work assignments.
Display motivation and interest in improving the quality of life for the population served.
Demonstrate and maintain an optimistic attitude, patience and compassion for and with the population served.
Demonstrate appropriate boundaries with residents and coworkers maintaining a professional demeanor while in the workplace.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree preferred with at least one year experience in the Human Services field.

Responsibilities

Perform all job functions required, including lifting and transferring 70-75lbs.
Utilize approved protective hold techniques to ensure safety.
Create a positive learning environment and develop strategies to help clients cope with stressful situations.
Demonstrate sensitivity and skills in dealing with clients' reactions to past traumatic and emotional events.
Implement Treatment Plan (DCF) or Individual Plan of Care (DDS) and document client progress.
Monitor medical, physical, and behavioral changes in clients daily and report to supervisors.
Administer medication to clients as prescribed, if medically certified, and document administration.
Follow written behavioral and dietary plans for each client.
Assist in the preparation of meals and purchasing of supplies.
Maintain the cleanliness of the home, inside and outside, and assist with laundry care.
Maintain the cleanliness of the agency vehicle and report any maintenance needs.
Maintain client right to privacy and adhere to confidentiality policy.
Conduct oneself in a professional manner when interacting with all stakeholders.
Supervise family visitation as assigned.
Participate in mandatory training, in-services, staff meetings, and conferences.
Take clients to community-based outings and recreational activities.
Perform other work-related duties as assigned.