Instructor I

About the role

A position within Aspire Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities Services, located in Albany, GA.

Responsibilities

• Safety
• Assigned areas, walkways, and fire exits are neat, clean, and free of debris throughout the day.
• Cleaning protocol completed daily.
• Cleaning products stored in designated locked cabinet.
• All possible infections are reported to supervisor.
• Provide CPR, First Aid, CPI, or AAA as the situation presents.
• Assist people supported in services to and from the bus.
• Supervision of Individuals Supported through I/DD Services
• Maintain a maximum of a 1:10 ratio between staff and people supported.
• Line of sight (if applicable).
• Enhanced Supervision (if applicable).
• Report behavioral concerns to supervisor.
• Develop training activities relevant to the ISP.
• Documentation
• Tracking will be completed daily by end of shift.
• Documentation will include goal progress (or lack of) and supporting activities.
• Write a sufficiently detailed note person centered note to include things such as choices, participant response, staff involvement, what did you learn, what will you try differently, etc.
• Error corrections will be completed as follows: One line drawn through the error, initials, and date.
• Supplemental documentation will be completed as required - (Seizure log, Elimination chart, Behavior log, Repositioning log, etc.).
• Tracking reflects the correct frequency as outlined in the ISP.
• Tracking reflects the correct intent of all goals as outlined in the ISP.
• Engagement with People Supported through Routine Day Services
• Instructor to individual relationship.
• Interaction between individuals and other staff.
• Communication- either visually or verbally.
• Observations of socialization.
• Provide personal supports as needed
• Toileting/Changing.
• Bathing.
• Grooming.
• Laundry.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent with One year experience providing social or direct care services to groups of special needs individuals in a human service setting.
• Associate degree in a related field.
• One year experience at the lower level or position equivalent.
• Possess basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Able to complete Crisis Intervention training.
• Able to use a computer.
• Able to maintain a valid driver's license and able maintain valid auto insurance.

Skills

• Ability to observe and monitor individuals' behavior.
• Ability to assist and supervise individuals with daily living activities.
• Knowledge of agency confidentiality policies.
• Knowledge of individualized plans.
• Ability to develop individualized plans.
• Knowledge of the documentation process.
• Ability to build relationships with community employers.
• Knowledge of pertinent state, federal, local laws, and rules and regulations.
• Ability to serve as a liaison between all interested parties.
• Ability to serve as a member of the treatment team to develop individuals' goals and objectives.
• Knowledge of program area.
• Ability to prepare area specific reports.
• Knowledge of available resources.
• Ability to provide training and/or orientation services to individuals.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to investigate any concerns or complaints and develop a resolution.
• Ability to complete evaluations to determine functional level of individuals.
• Knowledge of various recreational activities.
• Ability to plan recreational activities for individuals.
• Ability to participate in supportive guidance, staff supervision sessions, program planning meetings, consumer staffing, and service training.
• Knowledge of agency safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to operate state vehicles following all safety laws and procedures.
• Ability to complete all daily housekeeping chores.
• Ability to identify and report facility repairs and equipment problems.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to complete individual orientation sessions.
• Ability to identify disruptive behavior.
• Ability to train individuals in personal hygiene and other daily living activities.
• Ability to recognize contributions and celebrate accomplishments.
• Ability to conduct individual and group training sessions for individuals.
• Knowledge of agency accepted disciplinary techniques.
• Knowledge of agency accepted group/interview techniques.
• Ability to develop teaching aids.
• Knowledge of case management.