Residential Instructor

STAR • Norwalk, CT

7d • $19

About The Position

Residential Instructor $18.50/hour. We are looking for dedicated and caring people to work with adult aged individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities. If you are passionate about helping others and making a positive impact in the world, we encourage you to apply today! About our Company : STAR, Inc., is a non-profit located in Norwalk, CT that provides support services to adult aged individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities and their families for over 70 years. This takes many different forms but all with the same goal of improving the lives of those we serve. We help the individuals we support become the fullest versions of themselves through the values of inclusion, independence, and freedom of choice. A Day in the Life of a Residential Instructor: As a residential instructor you would start every shift ready to help those we serve live their life as independently as possible. You would assist with activities of daily living such as administering medication, cooking meals, performing personal hygiene, transportation to medical appointments, day program and activities. You also assist in the implementation of individual behavioral plans. Using effective teaching and mentoring techniques, you teach them new skills and help them achieve goals. Based on each individual's preferences and behavioral plans, you encourage their interests and drive them to community outings and recreational activities. You are happy to help them find greater access to the community. You are conscientious about reporting any concerns about their health and safety and keeping documentation accurate and up-to-date. While you accomplish all of this you will know that you have profoundly impacted the lives of people you serve in ways both large and small. Every shift you work you have a chance to make a difference!

Requirements

• High School Diploma or its equivalent
• A valid driver's license
• Compassion and ability to see the potential in everyone
• Positivity and a team-player attitude

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living such as administering medication, cooking meals, performing personal hygiene, transportation to medical appointments, day program and activities.
• Assist in the implementation of individual behavioral plans.
• Using effective teaching and mentoring techniques, you teach them new skills and help them achieve goals.
• Encourage interests and drive them to community outings and recreational activities.
• Reporting any concerns about their health and safety and keeping documentation accurate and up-to-date.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED