Residential Instructor

Community Residences•Newington, CT

3h•$19 - $20

About The Position

The Residential Instructor supports clients in a residential setting and assists the Program Manager with daily operations. The role includes helping develop client programs based on Individual Plans of Service, coordinating with consultants to ensure recommended services are provided, supervising staff within the staffing complement, and managing the residential home when the Program Manager is absent. The instructor also contributes to staff training, meetings, interdisciplinary team work, community relationships, and maintaining a clean program site. The position requires working with youth who may pose a risk of harm and using approved protective hold techniques to help keep clients, coworkers, and oneself safe. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Requirements

Valid Connecticut driver’s license and good driving record.
Ability to become certified in CPR and First Aid.
Medication Administration Certification must be obtained within four months of hire, and required certifications must be renewed.
Demonstrated organizational ability.
Ability to communicate effectively with adults who are developmentally disabled.
Ability to supervise and guide staff while acting on behalf of the Program Manager.
Knowledge of current issues in the field of developmental disabilities.
Ability to lift 70–75 pounds.
Ability to use approved protective hold techniques and work with youth who may potentially cause harm to the employee or others.
Bachelor’s degree; or an associate degree and one year of experience in the human services field; or a high school diploma or GED and two years of experience in the human services field.

Nice To Haves

Motivation and interest in improving quality of life for the population served.
Interest in participating in a multidisciplinary teaching approach.

Responsibilities

Assist the Program Manager in maintaining adequate staffing and ensuring client care and activity schedules continue when staffing patterns are interrupted.
Ensure client data sheets are current and complete.
Participate in CRI in-service training and assist with staff in-servicing as required.
Run the residential home in the Program Manager’s absence.
Participate in the Interdisciplinary Team process when staffing permits, provide input, and write reports as needed.
Perform other duties designated by the Program Manager.
Assist the Program Manager with developing client programs based on needs identified in Individual Plans of Service.
Coordinate with consultants, including speech therapists and occupational and physical therapists, to follow recommended services as directed by the Program Manager.
Act as a positive role model for clients and staff in conduct, manners, dress, and conversation.
Participate in staff meetings to enhance services provided to clients.
Help CRI maintain positive relationships with the community.
Learn and comply with CRI policies and procedures.
Help maintain a clean program site, including daily cleaning and vacuuming as directed by a supervisor.
Provide supervision to staff while working within the staff complement.
Rotate on-call coverage with the manager to address staffing issues and other problems.
Use approved protective hold techniques when necessary to help maintain safety.
Maintain consumers’ privacy and comply with CRI’s confidentiality policy.