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About the Role
The Residential Instructor is responsible for the daily supervision of consumers and program operations, ensuring accurate and timely progress tracking. This role implements Agency policies and procedures to maintain a safe and healthy environment for consumers and Agency property, fostering a fun and supportive atmosphere.
Responsibilities
- Monitor consumer behavior and implement behavior management programs.
- Document all shift activities, incidents, and consumer progress accurately.
- Provide programmatic and statistical reports as required.
- Maintain the safety, appearance, and cleanliness of the home, conducting inspections and minor repairs.
- Maintain a professional attitude with colleagues, management, and external agencies.
- Ensure constant knowledge of consumer locations and adherence to all Agency policies and procedures, including medication administration, key control, IP implementation, evacuation, and emergency procedures.
- Alert appropriate personnel immediately to problems or unusual occurrences and complete incident reports.
- Implement and adhere to all policies, procedures, and commitments required by the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services, ASI, and other state and federal agencies.
- Report on delegated responsibilities at staff meetings.
- Act as an advocate and role model for consumers, treating individuals with respect and dignity.
- Assist consumers with necessary hygiene.
- Document all activities pertaining to the welfare of the home or consumer, including movement, incidents, medical emergencies, and changes in conduct.
- Distribute medications according to schedules and guidelines.
- Provide and supervise activities and programs for consumers, both internally and externally.
- Provide counseling and reinforcement to assigned consumers.
- Supervise and safely transport residents to community activities and programs.
- Follow emergency home procedures for various critical incidents.
- Assist guardians and others in understanding and implementing normalization/person-centered-planning principles.
- Report and respond to any violation of individuals' rights directly to the Executive Director or designee and participate in investigations.
- Assist with shopping, meal preparation, set-up, and clean-up.
- Attend in-service training and professional development opportunities.
- Provide training for Agency personnel as required.
- Actively participate in staff meetings and trainings.
- Maintain a thorough working knowledge of Agency policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Requirements
- Minimum High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Minimum two years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or dual diagnoses (experience may be substituted with education year-for-year).
- Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by the Agency's insurance company.
- Ability to travel in the course of daily work using an Agency vehicle or personal vehicle.
- 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.
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- CPR
- First Aid
- PMT
- DDS State Medication Administration
- Medication administration
- Key control
- Behavior management
- Documentation
- Reporting
- Sanitation
- Safety inspections
- Minor repairs
- Advocacy
- Counseling
- Transportation
- Emergency procedures
- Training
Location
- Connecticut
Work Type
- Full-time
- Onsite
Experience Level
- Entry Level
- 2+ years
Education Level
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
About the Company
- ASI