Residential Life Trainer

State of North Carolina

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About The Position

Governor Morehead School (GMS) is the flagship school in North Carolina that serves the special needs of visually impaired students, in a unique residential setting. Apart from its flagship status as the only residential school in the state for visually impaired students, GMS is renowned for its excellent program in Orientation and Mobility as well as its Braille Music program. This position performs a variety of duties related to the care of children with visual impairments. The duties include direct supervision of students in the cottages, dining hall, on transportation routes and on community outings; to include helping with homework, daily living skills (dressing, eating, personal care, etc.), social-behavioral management skills, and leisure-recreational activities. Additionally, an individual in this position will help transport visually impaired students; drive State activity buses, vans and automobiles; act as a monitor in vehicles and on the charter bus. This position will also be responsible for maintaining records, following and implementing procedures/policies, and other assigned duties. The residential program partners with the instructional program to provide a variety of enriching activities in academics, recreation, visual arts, and through community involvement. Employees will be responsible to align the residential learning environment with the ECC (Expanded Core Curriculum).

Requirements

• High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of experience in an age- appropriate childcare setting or a goal- oriented setting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of experience in residential or goal-oriented program for adults; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Personal Care of Students
• Student Interaction and Interventions
• Housekeeping Responsibilities
• Documentation and Communication
• Maintain Safe Environment
• Working Relations/Professional Conduct.
• Other

Benefits

• Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees