Residential Instructor

Community Residences•Shelton, CT

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Instructor creates a nurturing, positive learning environment and develops strategies to help clients manage social, emotional, and physical situations of daily living and perform tasks independently. The role implements Individual Plans of Care and Follow-Along Plans based on the Interdisciplinary Team’s identification of client needs, documents teaching strategies and behavior plans, and reports progress, needs, and barriers. The instructor supports clients’ leisure activities, community participation, use of public transportation, safety skills, personal hygiene, and activities of daily living. The instructor monitors clients’ medical, physical, and behavioral changes and reports observations to the appropriate supervisor or clinical staff. Once medication certified, the instructor administers medication according to agency policy and regulatory standards. The position also supports medical appointments and follow-through on providers’ recommendations, meal planning and preparation, household and vehicle upkeep, accurate handling of petty cash and client funds, community outings, and positive relationships with families, coworkers, and the neighborhood. The instructor maintains confidentiality, follows agency policies, and completes required training. The work is active and takes place inside and outside the home. The schedule listed is Tuesday through Thursday, 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., with 40 hours stated.

Requirements

Must be able to perform all required job functions and lift and transfer 70–75 pounds.
Must be able to use approved protective hold techniques to maintain the safety of clients, coworkers, and oneself.
Must have organizational ability and communicate effectively with people with developmental disabilities and people at various ability levels.
Must have some knowledge of educational and behavioral programs.
Must be willing to learn about current issues in the field of developmental disabilities.
Must be able to organize and implement programs and services that support individuals’ learning.
Must be self-motivated and interested in improving quality of life, household management, and teaching.
Must demonstrate patience, an encouraging attitude, optimism, energy, communication skills, and a nurturing temperament.
Must be able to perform active work inside and outside the program.
Must possess a valid Connecticut driver’s license and a good driving record.
Must have reliable transportation and may be required to use a personal vehicle to transport clients.

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma or GED and at least two years of experience in Human Services are preferred.
A bachelor’s degree in a related Human Services area, in addition to experience, is preferred.

Responsibilities

Create a nurturing, positive learning environment and help clients develop strategies for daily living and independent performance.
Implement Individual Plans of Care and Follow-Along Plans, document teaching strategies and behavior plans, and report client progress, needs, and barriers.
Maintain awareness of individual treatment plans, including leisure time, community experiences, public transportation, safety skills, personal hygiene, and activities of daily living.
Monitor clients’ medical, physical, and behavioral changes and report them to the appropriate supervisor or clinical staff.
Complete incident reports and submit them to the Program Coordinator or Residential Program Manager within 24 hours.
Once medication certified, administer medications at prescribed times in accordance with agency policy and regulatory standards, and immediately report medication administration or documentation errors.
Assist with arranging medical and related appointments and support follow-through on doctors’ orders and recommendations as directed by the RN.
Participate in planning, purchasing, and preparing meals within budget and follow clients’ dietary plans.
Maintain the cleanliness, appearance, and upkeep of the home, property, and vehicle; report repair needs promptly.
Interact professionally with clients, supervisors, coworkers, families, medical professionals, and community members.
Participate in required training, staff meetings, conferences, and other training opportunities; maintain required training.
Maintain accurate, auditable accounting of agency petty cash and client funds.
Protect individuals’ privacy and follow CRI’s confidentiality policy.
Take clients on community outings, follow health and safety measures in their support plans, and use the agency vehicle in accordance with state laws and safety procedures.
Learn and comply with CRI policies and procedures.
Help develop positive neighborhood and community relationships.