SLS INSTRUCTOR- Fremont

Ablelight•Fremont, CA

9d•$19 - $21

About The Position

The SLS Instructor provides one-on-one instruction and training to encourage individuals to achieve the highest possible level of independence. Instructors serve as advocates and liaisons for the individuals they support, build strong personal relationships, and help maximize successful community integration. The role involves supervising and training individuals across employment preparation, communication, mobility, education, money management, self-help, public and personal safety, emergency preparedness, community resources, health and fitness, nutrition, home maintenance, self-advocacy, living options, and shopping. Support may include assistance with bathing, dressing, laundry, appointments, budgeting, transportation, and making healthy food choices. Instructors do not administer medication. The listed duties describe the principal functions of the role but are not exhaustive. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required unless state regulations direct otherwise. Additional experience supporting people with developmental disabilities is preferred or may be required by regulations. Program-specific licensing or certification may apply, and a driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record may or may not be required. The stated pay range is $18.75–$21.25.

Requirements

At least six months of direct supervision experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general regulations.
Ability to write legible and accurate notes relating to an individual’s goals and objectives.
Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from consumers, circles of support, Regional Center representatives, and the general public.
Ability to speak English and any additional language needed by the individual being supported.
Ability to exercise independent judgment during services and emergencies.
Possess a cell phone for communicating with management and completing payroll responsibilities.
High school diploma or equivalent is preferred, but not required unless directed by state regulations.
Program-specific licensing or certification may be required based on state requirements; a driver’s license with no negative motor vehicle record findings may or may not be required.

Nice To Haves

Additional experience working with people with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

Supervise and support individuals as they develop skills for successful employment, including personal appearance and hygiene, applications and interviews, networking, résumés, time management, communication, workplace supervision, and safety awareness.
Support individuals in using facilitated communication methods and devices, which may include Braille, sign language, finger spelling, augmentative devices, and adaptations of their choice; train them to use telephones, cell phones, and the internet.
Train and supervise individuals in using public transportation, learning bus routes, obtaining bus passes, and accessing DMV materials.
Support individuals with education and enrollment tasks, including selecting classes, applying for financial aid, maintaining attendance, and completing assignments; training may also cover parenting, family life, and sexual education.
Train individuals in budgeting, making change, purchasing, counting money, and comparing prices.
Train individuals in basic hygiene and support bathing when needed; assist with dressing appropriately for the weather and environment.
Train individuals to access public professionals safely and confidently and develop natural supports in different settings.
Teach recognition of stranger danger, safe and unsafe environments, and street safety.
Train individuals to stay safe during emergencies such as fires and earthquakes and to understand the purpose and use of 911 and emergency services.
Support individuals in accessing available public and community resources.
Provide training and support related to diet, exercise, medical conditions, healthy food choices, and medical appointments; communicate health or medication updates and concerns as appropriate.
Support individuals with proper medication storage, documentation, and procedures; do not administer medication.
Train individuals to follow dietary and nutritional recommendations and, at times, assist with feeding through hand-over-hand supervision.
Train and support individuals in maintaining a safe, clean living environment and completing laundry tasks.
Support individuals in understanding and exercising their rights, recognizing rights violations, and developing self-reliance, self-esteem, and empowerment.
Support individuals with accessing Medi-Cal benefits and applying for SSI and Medi-Cal; train them to make, cancel, and attend appointments and support immigration or citizenship processes.
Support grocery shopping in the community, including healthy food choices, budgeting, and price comparisons.
Write legible and accurate notes about individuals’ goals and objectives.
Communicate with management using a cell phone and complete payroll tasks, including viewing schedules, submitting time-off requests, and punching in and out.