SLS INSTRUCTOR- Fremont

AbleLight•Fremont, CA

12d

About The Position

The SLS Instructor provides individualized, one-on-one instruction and training to help people with developmental disabilities build independence and successfully participate in their communities. Instructors act as advocates and liaisons for the individuals they support and develop strong personal relationships with them. The role provides supervision, instruction, and support across employment preparation, communication, mobility, education, money management, self-help, safety, emergency preparedness, community resources, health and fitness, nutrition, home maintenance, self-advocacy, living options, and shopping. Support is tailored to each individual’s goals and needs. Instructors may assist with personal care, including bathing, dressing, and feeding under supervision, but do not administer medication. The position requires accurate documentation of individual goals and objectives, communication with consumers and their support networks, independent judgment during services and emergencies, and use of a cell phone for communication with management and payroll responsibilities. A driver’s license may be required depending on program and state requirements.

Requirements

At least six months of direct supervision experience working with individuals 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 supported.
Ability to exercise independent judgment during services and emergencies.
Possess a cell phone for communication with management and payroll responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred, but not required unless directed by state regulations.
Additional experience working with people with developmental disabilities is preferred, except where regulations require it.
A driver’s license with no negative motor vehicle record findings may be required depending on program and state requirements.

Responsibilities

Provide supervision and training to develop skills needed for successful employment, including personal appearance and hygiene, applications and interviews, networking, résumé preparation, time management, communication, working under supervision, and safety awareness.
Support communication through facilitated communication methods and devices, which may include Braille, sign language, finger spelling, and augmentative devices; train individuals to use phones, the internet, and related technology.
Train individuals to use public transportation, understand bus routes, obtain bus passes, and access relevant DMV materials.
Support enrollment in classes, financial aid applications, school and class selection, attendance, and assignments; training may also include parenting, family-life, and sexual education.
Teach budgeting, making change, counting money, and comparing prices.
Train and support individuals with hygiene, bathing when needed, and dressing appropriately for the weather and environment.
Train individuals to safely access public services and professionals and develop natural supports in different settings.
Teach personal and public safety skills, including stranger awareness, recognizing safe and unsafe environments, and street safety.
Prepare individuals to respond to emergencies such as fires and earthquakes and understand the purpose and use of 911 and emergency services.
Help individuals access appropriate public and community resources.
Support health and fitness goals, including diet programs, exercise, medical conditions, and healthy food choices.
Support individuals during medical appointments by communicating health or medication updates and concerns; train them in medication storage, documentation, and procedures without administering medication.
Provide training on diet and nutrition recommendations and, at times, assist with feeding through hand-over-hand supervision.
Train individuals to maintain a safe, clean living environment and complete laundry tasks.
Support individuals in understanding and exercising their rights, recognizing rights violations, and developing self-reliance, self-esteem, and empowerment.
Train and support individuals with accessing Medi-Cal benefits, applying for SSI and Medi-Cal, managing appointments, and immigration or citizenship processes.
Support community grocery shopping, healthy food choices, budgeting, and price comparisons.
Write legible and accurate notes about individual goals and objectives.
Communicate effectively with consumers, their circles of support, Regional Center representatives, and the general public.
Use a cell phone to communicate with management and complete payroll tasks, including viewing schedules, submitting time-off requests, and clocking in and out.