Residential Instructor

Job Summary:

The Residential Instructor is responsible for providing daily care and supervision to individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting. This role requires a strong commitment to creating a safe, healthy, and fun environment for consumers. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, be able to lift up to 75 pounds, and have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities:

Monitor consumer behavior and implement behavior management programs as needed.
Document all shift activities and incidents in the log and on consumers in Therap.
Provide programmatic and statistical reports as required.
Maintain safety, appearance, and cleanliness of the home.
Conduct sanitation and safety inspections of all internal and external areas of equipment/house.
Provide counseling or reinforcement to assigned consumers to address issues of progress, problems, interests, etc.
Assist in supervising and safely transporting residents to community activities, day programs, social events, etc.
Know and follow emergency home procedures for fire, hurricanes, power outages, accidents, or other serious incidents affecting residents.
Report and immediately respond to any violation of individuals' rights directly to the Executive Director or designee.
Participate in investigations as directed by the Executive Director or designee.
Assist in shopping, meal preparation, set-up, and clean-up when on duty.
Attend in-service training, seminars, or other opportunities for professional development as made available by the Agency.
Provide training for Agency personnel as required.
Actively participate in staff meetings, trainings, etc.

Requirements:

Minimum possession of a High School Diploma or a G.E.D.
Minimum two years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or those who are dually diagnosed.
Valid driver's license and the ability to be insured by our insurance company throughout employment.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to obtain and maintain certifications in CPR, First Aid, PMT, and DDS State Medication Administration.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds, transfer, and physically intervene with individuals as required.

Accountability:

The Residential Instructor is directly accountable to the Residential Manager or said other person as may be substituted for the Residential Manager.

Shifts:

Friday: 1 pm - 11 pm
Saturday: 3 pm - 9 pm
Sunday: 9 am - 3 pm
Monday: OFF
Tuesday: OFF
Wednesday: 1 pm - 11 pm
Thursday: 1 pm - 9 pm

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