Description:
Position Title: Adult Training Instructor
Department: Day Services
Reports to: Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Telework Eligible: No
Week 1 Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm.
Week 2 Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm
Biweekly Hours: 75
POSITION SUMMARY
The Instructor in the Adult Training department is responsible for the supervision and support of the individuals served. The instructor assists in the implementation of care while attending to and respecting individual needs to support growth and independence. The instructor is responsible for adhering to corporate policies and procedures as well as state regulations. The instructor provides supervision and support in the program and the community.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provide a caring, safe environment by attending to individual needs, respecting differences, and supporting growth and independence.
2. Assist each program participant with personal hygiene, dressing, eating, and other necessary skills.
3. Attend to program participants’ emotional, physical, or medical needs and report concerns to responsible personnel.
4. Provide input into the planning and development of Individual Support Plans (ISPs) by attending team meetings.
5. Assist in the implementation of ISPs and related activities, including social, recreational, educational, and developmental.
6. Ensure compliance with corporate policies, procedures and Office of Developmental Programs’ regulations.
7. Attend required meetings.
8. Provide transportation for program participants.
9. Locate and develop meaningful community activities.
10. Serve as ambassador for program participants and the corporation, promoting the
mission at all times.
11. Assist program participants in identifying and maintaining natural supports.
12. Maximize opportunities for choice and decision making for program participants.
Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1. High school diploma or general education development certificate. Some college preferred with background in education or related human services field.
2. Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred; customer service experience.
3. Valid PA driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
COMPETENCIES
- Problem solving – identify and resolve problems in a timely manner and gather and
analyze information skillfully.
- Interpersonal skills – maintain confidentiality, remain open to others’ ideas, and
exhibit willingness to try new things. Support the competence of other members of
the corporation in all situations.
- Mathematics – Have an understanding of basic mathematic principles.
- Oral communication – speak clearly and persuasively in positive as well as negative
situations.
- Written communications – edit work for spelling and grammar, present numerical
data effectively, create, read and interpret written information.
- Planning and organizing – prioritize and plan activities in the program and in the
community and use time efficiently.
- Quality control – demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and monitor own work to
ensure quality.
- Adaptability – adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing
demands, and deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
- Accept feedback.
- Ask for help when needed.
- Be able to create and implement creative programming.
- Punctuality – attend work as scheduled.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands outlined here are necessary for an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of the instructor’s job. Reasonable accommodation can
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- Safety precautions must be observed to minimize risk factors typical in a day
program environment, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated. This includes avoiding trips and falls, practicing proper back care and lifting techniques, and adhering to fire regulations.
- Tasks may involve reaching above the shoulder and below the waist, as well as lifting documents or materials.
- Responsibilities include pushing and maneuvering individuals in wheelchairs, assisting individuals in the restroom by transferring them to/from toilets or changing tables, rolling and lifting them for cleaning and changing, and helping individuals get
in and out of vehicles.
- Instructors must use proper lifting techniques and be capable of lifting and/or moving up to 35 pounds. Occasionally, they may need to lift heavier weights, such as when assisting individuals with transfers to a wheelchair or toilet.
- The instructor must physically assist individuals with limited mobility, including supporting them to maintain stability while walking and preventing falls.
- Frequently sit, stand, and walk on level surfaces throughout the day. Walking up and down stairs periodically throughout the day is also required. Finger dexterity and close vision are essential.
- Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.
- The ability to move within the personal workspace and to and from other areas of the office or building is necessary. This includes delivering/retrieving materials, attending meetings, or participating in activities outside the personal workspace.
- The instructor may be exposed to typical seasonal weather conditions.
- The role may involve repetitive movements when providing first aid in emergency situations, such as administering back blows, abdominal thrusts, and CPR.
