Residential instructor job description

1. Must meet the qualifications for Residential Instructor job functions and requirements. Must be able to lift 70-75lbs.

1. Must be able to utilize approved protective hold techniques in order to keep you, clients, and co-workers safe; works with youth who may potentially cause harm to you or others.

1. In addition to Residential Instructor job duties, the Assistant Manager must be able to assist the Program Manager in the following areas:

a. Schedule/maintain adequate staffing when staff patterns are interrupted; ensure that client care and activity schedules are maintained.

b. Ensure that data sheets are current and complete.

c. Participate in the CRI in-service training to ensure provision of quality services to the clients; assist with staff in-servicing to ensure that all staff are in-serviced as required.

d. Be responsible for overall running of the residential home in the absence of the Program Manager.

e. Participate in the Interdisciplinary Team process when possible, staffing permitted; provide input and write reports as needed.

f. Assist with all other duties designated by the Program Manager.

1. Assist the Program Manager with the development of programs for each client based on the needs stated in the Individual Plan of Service.

1. Work with all consultants (i.e. Speech Therapist, OT, PT, etc.) to ensure necessary services recommended by the consultants are adhered to according to the Program Manager’s direction.

1. Conduct him/herself as a good role model to clients and staff (i.e. manners, dress, conversation, etc.).

1. Participate in all staff meetings in order to enhance the services provided to clients.

1. Aid CRI in maintaining positive relationships with the community.

1. Familiarize self with CRI Policies and Procedures, ensuring compliance with same.

1. Help maintain a clean program site inclusive of cleaning, vacuuming, etc…, on a daily basis per supervisor direction.

1. Provide supervision to staff while working within the staff complement.

1. Rotate the on-call coverage with the manager to handle staffing issues and any problems that arise.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. Valid CT driver’s license and a good driving record required.

2. Must be able to become certified in CPR and First Aid. As of 1/1/98, must

become Medication Administration Certified within 4 months of the date

of hire and be responsible for renewing all required certifications.

3. Demonstrate organizational ability.

4. Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively with adults who are

developmentally disabled.

5. Demonstrate ability to supervise and guide other staff while acting on behalf

of the Program Manager.

6. Demonstrate ability to maintain consumers’ right to privacy, and adhere to

CRI’s Confidentiality policy.

7. Demonstrate knowledge of current issues in the field of Developmental

Disabilities.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

1. Display motivation and interest in improving quality of life for the population

served.

2. Display interest in being part of a multi-disciplinary teaching approach.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree, or an Associates Degree and one (1) year experience in the Human Services Field. Or: a high school diploma or GED with two (2) years’ experience in the Human Services field.

Fri 11a- 8p, Sat 9a-4, Tues 12:30p7:30p, Wed 1p-7p, Thurs 3p-8p
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Shifts as Follows:
Friday:
OFF
Saturday:

4 pm - 11 pm
Sunday:
4 pm - 11 pm
Monday: OFF
OFF
Tuesday:
OFF
Wednesday:
OFF
Thursday:
OFF

GENERAL FUNCTION:

The Residential Instructor is responsible for the daily aspects of consumer supervision and program operations. Ensures all consumer progress is followed accurately and in a timely manner. Implements all Agency policies and procedures pertaining to the safety and welfare of the consumers and Agency property. Provides a fun, safe and healthy environment for the individuals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Minimum possession of a High School Diploma or a G.E.D.
2. Minimum two years experience working with individuals with developmentally disabilities or that are dually diagnosed. Experience requirement may be substituted with education on a year for year basis.
3. Valid drivers license and the ability to be insured by our insurance company throughout employment. Individual may be required to travel in the course of their daily work using the Agency vehicle or their own vehicle.
4. Must have excellent interpersonal skills.
5. The ability to obtain and maintain certifications in CPR, First Aid, PMT and DDS State Medication Administration.
6. The 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.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Monitor consumer behavior and implement consumer behavior management programs or other programs as applicable. Document everything on appropriate forms.
2. Document all shift activities and incidents in the log and on consumers in Therap.
3. Provide programmatic and statistical reports as required.
4. Maintain safety, appearance and cleanliness of home. Conduct sanitation and safety inspections of all internal and external areas of equipment/house. Make minor repairs and/or alerts supervisor to potential major problems.
5. Maintain a professional attitude with co-workers, management, outside agencies, etc.
6. Responsible to know consumers location at all times and has knowledge of and implements all Agency policies and procedures governing Agency operations including: Medication administration policies, key control, following consumer's IP's, evacuation and emergency procedures, etc, compliance with licensing regulations, and DDS contracts.
7. Alert appropriate personnel immediately regarding problems or unusual occurrences. Complete incident reports pertaining to consumers and/or workers compensation in a timely and accurate manner.
8. Alert appropriate personnel immediately regarding problems or unusual occurrences. Complete incident reports pertaining to consumers and/or workers compensation in a timely and accurate manner.
9. To implement and adhere to all policies, procedures, and/or legal and program commitments to consumers as required by the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services, ASI and other state agencies and federal agencies.
10. To fulfill delegated responsibilities and report at staff meetings on such duties as required.
11. Act as an advocate and appropriate role model for consumers, and to treat individuals with respect and dignity.
12. Assist or complete any necessary hygiene needed for consumers.
13. Document on appropriate forms all activity pertaining to the welfare of the home or consumer. This is to include but not limited to the following areas:
    1. Consumer/Visitor movement to or from home.
    2. Unusual incidents involving consumers, staff or other persons affecting the home.
    3. Seizures, the administration of medication, medication errors, accidents or other medical emergencies.
    4. Noticeable changes in consumer conduct, either positive or negative.
14. Distribute all medications according to each consumer's medication schedule and DDS Medication Certification guidelines and Agency policies.
15. Provide activities or programs (internally and externally) for consumers during each shift. Organize, supervise and interact with consumers from home and other group homes if applicable according to the needs and wants of the consumers.
16. Provide counseling or reinforcement to assigned consumers in order to address issues of progress, problems, interests, etc.
17. Assist in supervising and safely transporting residents to community activities, day programs, social events, etc.
18. Know and follow emergency home procedures for fire, hurricanes, power outages, accidents or other serious incidents affecting residents.
19. Assist guardians, parents and other people in understanding and working towards implementing normalization/person-centered-planning principles in contact with consumer.
20. Report and immediately respond to any violation of individuals' rights directly to the Executive Director or designee. Participates in investigations as directed by the Executive Director or designee.
21. Assist in shopping, meal preparation, set-up and clean-up when on duty.
22. 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 participates in staff meeting, trainings, etc.
23. Has thorough working knowledge of Agency policies and procedures.
24. Other duties as assigned by the Residential Manager, Assistant Residential Manager or from the upper management team.

EVALUATIONS:

The Residential Instructor is evaluated by the Residential Manager, three (3) months and six (6) months from date in position and annually thereafter.

(Please note the intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this position. Residential Instructors may be required to perform other job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.)

Summary: This position develops and implements curricula and provides classroom instruction in accord with program guidelines and contractual obligations. While engaging in academic, recreational and physical education activities, the Residential Instructor monitors and supervises program participants and ensures a safe and secure environment both on site and during off-site activities. Individual accountabilities and work volume will be established through the development of annual Success Objectives, within the framework outlined below.



1st Shift: 8am-430pm Mon-Fri.



Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements lesson plans and curricula in accord with program guidelines and ensures appropriate documentation and record-keeping.
• Provides culturally competent classroom instruction to students in grades K-12 in various subject areas, including but not limited to ESL, math, science and health.
• Engages in physical education activities and instruction, including but not limited to swimming, basketball and soccer.
• Monitors and supervises program participants individually and in groups.
• Ensures a safe and secure environment for program participants and staff on-site and during off-site activities.
• Helps program participant to modify attitudes and patterns of behavior by increasing understanding of self, personal problems, and program participant's part in creating them.
• Provides transportation of program participants, as assigned.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Household maintenance duties such as meals, laundry and hygiene instruction may occasionally be assigned.

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education and/or Experience: Bachelors Degree and two years teaching experience or related teaching experience, such as tutoring, mentoring, coaching, classroom facilitation, etc .
• Other Qualifications: A valid driver's license required. Must successfully pass a background check.
• Preferred Qualifications : Experience teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) preferred. Expertise in a particular subject area may be required.
• Language Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills. Fluency in a second language may be required.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee is regularly required to talk, hear and see.
• The employee is regularly required to stand up to 95% of the day.
• The employee is regularly required to assume postures in low level positions that best allow physical and visual contact with children.
• The employee is regularly required to sustain a high level of energy.
• The employee is regularly required to bend to perform various tasks numerous times throughout the day.
• The employee is regularly required to stoop or sit on the floor.
• The employee is regularly required to have the agility to move from a seated position to a standing position promptly to respond to emergency situations.
• The employee is regularly required to perform all activities with children, i.e. jump, dance, walk, run, etc. for extended periods of time.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds .

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is primarily performed in a YRS residential facility but may also be performed at community sites for field trips or at other locations as needed.
• Depending upon activities and season, may be required to be outdoors for regular, prolonged activities.
• Work hours may vary to meet the needs of the program.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Heartland Alliance makes all hiring and employment decisions, and operates all programs, services, and functions without regard to race, receipt of an order of protection, creed, color, age, gender, gender identity, marital or parental status, religion, ancestry, national origin, amnesty, physical or mental disability, protected veterans status, genetic information, sexual orientation, immigrant status, political affiliation or belief, use of FMLA, VESSA, military, and family military rights, ex-offender status (depending on the offense and position to be filled), unfavorable military discharge, membership in an organization whose primary purpose is the protection of civil rights or improvement of living conditions and human relations, height, weight, or HIV infection, in accord with the organization's AIDS Policy Statement of September 1987.