Program Instructor

About the role

Melmark is a nonprofit organization providing clinically-sophisticated evidence-based special education, residential, vocational, and therapeutic services for children and adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders, developmental and intellectual disabilities, acquired brain injuries, medical complexities, and other neurological and genetic disorders.

The Program Instructor is responsible for the oversight of all Program instruction for an assigned group of individuals in a structured program room and relevant community environments, designed to promote intellectual, emotional, and social growth. Populations served are sometimes intensely physically challenging. The position requires constant alertness and readiness to respond to individuals and staff needs according to effective behavior analytic interventions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates, supervises, and participates in Program activities that include assistance, training, and support for the acquisition of functional skills, personal needs, and communication.
• Presents written reports clearly, concisely, timely, and professionally. Maintains all required paperwork as assigned by program leadership, including daily attendance records and communication books.
• Ensures Program Assistants complete all required daily paperwork for each assigned individual as per the individual’s protocol and department requirements.
• Develops and oversees community access activities for the assigned program area, ensuring all individuals have regular opportunities for community access. Builds community partnerships to aid in the development of volunteer, recreation, and community employment opportunities.
• Maintains high standards for care, appearance, and dignity of each person. Assists each individual in carrying out necessary personal care, hygiene, and other self-help skills.
• Trains staff in the assigned program room on all individuals’ Individual Support Plans (ISP), protocols, and Behavior Support Plans (BSP), in conjunction with colleagues as needed.
• Provides regular communication with families/guardians.
• Communicates information to supervisors and nursing in a timely manner and records medical information and unusual incidences immediately. Documents significant events as required by internal and external reporting guidelines (e.g., Behavior Incident Reports (BIR), Accident/Injury Reports (A/I), seizure reports, or statements related to staff or client concerns).
• Assists the behavior analyst with clinical program development and ensures staff adherence to all Behavior Support Plans (BSP) and/or Protocol Summaries.
• Attends and participates in all required trainings and staff meetings.
• Supervises Program Aides and carries out Ch. 2380 regulations as they apply to the duties of the position.

Requirements

• Some college education in Education/Special Education or related services field preferred and/or equivalency in specialized skills training.
• A valid U.S. state driver’s license and a minimum age of twenty-one (21) years old.
• Working knowledge of Windows Operating Systems and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to train and supervise peers and aides, with strong interpersonal skills.
• At least one (1) year of experience with specialized populations preferred.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (fully on-site).

Pay

Starting salary: $45,240.00 (+) based on years of relevant experience.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday, and Sick).
• Melmark Sponsored Pension Plan and 403(b) with employer matching.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care.
• Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Generous Student Loan Reimbursement.
• Professional Conference and Research Opportunities.
• Onsite CEUs at no cost to employees.