Residential Instructor FY 26-27 #26

Alternative Services Connecticut, Inc • Hartford, CT

7d • $20 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Instructor is responsible for daily consumer supervision and program operations, ensuring consumer progress is accurately and promptly followed. The role implements Agency policies and procedures concerning the safety and welfare of consumers and Agency property, and provides individuals with a fun, safe, and healthy environment. The position includes monitoring and documenting consumer behavior and activities; supporting consumers’ personal care, medication needs, programs, and community participation; maintaining the safety and cleanliness of the residence; and responding to emergencies and incidents. The Residential Instructor reports directly to the Residential Manager or another person designated in place of the Residential Manager.

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 Agency’s insurance company throughout employment.
• Ability to travel during daily work using an Agency or personal vehicle, as required.
• 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 applicable behavior management and other programs, and document activities on appropriate forms.
• Record shift activities and incidents in the log and in Therap, and provide required programmatic and statistical reports.
• Maintain the safety, appearance, and cleanliness of the home; conduct sanitation and safety inspections; make minor repairs or alert a supervisor to potential major problems.
• Know consumers’ locations at all times and follow Agency policies and procedures, including those concerning medication administration, key control, individual plans, evacuation, emergencies, licensing regulations, and DDS contracts.
• Promptly alert appropriate personnel about problems or unusual occurrences and complete accurate, timely incident reports concerning consumers or workers’ compensation.
• Follow policies, procedures, and legal and program commitments to consumers required by the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services, ASI, and other state and federal agencies.
• Fulfill delegated responsibilities and report on assigned duties at staff meetings as required.
• Act as a consumer advocate and appropriate role model, treating individuals with respect and dignity.
• Assist with or complete consumers’ hygiene needs.
• Document home- or consumer-related activity, including movement of consumers and visitors, unusual incidents, seizures, medication administration and errors, accidents, medical emergencies, and noticeable changes in consumer conduct.
• Distribute medications according to each consumer’s medication schedule, DDS Medication Certification guidelines, and Agency policies.
• Provide activities or programs during each shift; organize, supervise, and interact with consumers from the home and other group homes as applicable, according to consumer needs and preferences.
• Provide counseling or reinforcement to assigned consumers concerning progress, problems, and interests.
• Help supervise and safely transport residents to community activities, day programs, and social events.
• Follow emergency home procedures for fires, hurricanes, power outages, accidents, and other serious incidents affecting residents.
• Help guardians, parents, and others understand and implement normalization and person-centered-planning principles in their contact 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, and other professional-development opportunities offered by the Agency; provide personnel training as required; and participate in staff meetings and trainings.
• Maintain thorough working knowledge of Agency policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Residential Manager, Assistant Residential Manager, or upper management.

What This Job Offers

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