Community Habilitation Instructor

About the role

The Community Habilitation Instructor provides supports as specified in the Life Plan and Staff Action Plan to people with developmental disabilities living either at home with family, in a residential setting, or independently in the community.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the individual which will enable the person to participate in community and social activities
• SUPPORT individual with building relationships, increase independence and make informed choices.
• Explore new experiences (socialization, leisure time use, and self-improvement) for the individual to learn about life as a participating and contributing community member.
• Ensure the individual’s health and safety. Assist with transportation to medical appointments as needed.
• ACT AS a positive role model to the individual and to the community. ALWAYS treat the individual with dignity and respect.
• Complete all appropriate documentation within the established timeframes
• PARTICIPATE in meetings as required. This may include meetings with Assistant Director of Community Living, team meetings, and upon request at Life Plan meetings.
• ATTEND mandated trainings and yearly refreshers with Community Living administrative staff

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or GED
• Able to work with minimal supervision in the community
• Proficient with use of technology, including use of laptops, tablets, cell phones, and various Electronic Health Record systems
• A valid Driver’s License
• Reliable Transportation - Must be willing to use personal vehicle to support our individuals - mileage reimbursement provided
• MUST be able to perform all tasks which require lifting, re-positioning and transferring without restriction

Qualifications

• Pass a background check
• Pass a drug screening
• Pass a physical exam

Skills

• Empathy
• Communication
• Problem-solving
• Organization
• Flexibility

Benefits

• Excellent benefits including Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Payment in lieu of Health insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Programs

Pay

Earn up to $22.75/hour (based on experience)

Schedule

Part-time preferred, can build caseload up to Full-time hours - Afternoon, Evenings or Weekends preferred available.