Community Residences is hiring an Instructor to provide direct support and skill development for clients with developmental disabilities. This role is responsible for creating a nurturing learning environment and implementing strategies that help clients effectively cope with daily living situations.

What You'll Do

Create a nurturing, positive learning environment and develop strategies to help clients cope effectively with social, emotional, and physical situations of daily living.
Implement Individual Plan of Care/Follow-Along Plans and record data on teaching strategies, behavior plans, and client progress.
Monitor medical, physical, and behavioral changes daily and report changes to supervisory staff.
Administer medication to clients at prescribed times in accordance with agency policy and regulatory standards.
Monitor and assist in making medical appointments and assist with follow-through on doctors' orders.
Participate in planning, purchasing, and preparing meals while following client dietary plans.
Maintain the appearance, cleanliness, and upkeep of the residence, properties, and vehicle.
Take individuals to community-based outings, ensuring all health and safety measures are followed.
Provide accurate accounting of agency petty cash and client funds.
Assure individuals' right to privacy and adhere to confidentiality policy.
Participate in required training opportunities, including in-service training and staff meetings.
Assist in developing positive neighborhood and community relationships.

What We're Looking For

Ability to lift and transfer 70-75lbs.
Ability to perform active work, both inside and outside of the home.
Ability to utilize approved protective hold techniques.
Valid CT driver's license and good driving record.
Reliable transportation; may be required to utilize personal vehicle to transport clients.
Demonstrate organizational ability and ability to communicate effectively with persons with developmental disabilities.
Ability to communicate with people at various ability levels.
Possess organizational abilities to implement programs and services designed to enhance the individual's learning process.
Possess self-motivation.
Display patience, encouraging attitude, optimism, energy, communication skills, and a nurturing temperament.

Nice to Have

High school diploma or GED and at least two years of experience in the field of Human Services.
Bachelor's degree in a related Human Services area in addition to experience.