Community Residences is looking for a Residential Instructor dedicated to supporting clients with developmental disabilities. In this hands-on role, you will create a positive learning environment, implement individual care plans, and teach skills for daily living and community integration.

What You'll Do

Create a nurturing, positive learning environment and develop strategies to help clients cope effectively with social, emotional, and physical situations.
Implement Individual Plans of Care, recording data on teaching strategies, behavior plans, and client progress.
Monitor medical, physical, and behavioral changes daily and report changes to supervisory staff.
Once Medication Certified, administer medication at prescribed times in accordance with agency and DDS standards.
Assist in making medical appointments and monitor follow-through on doctors’ orders.
Participate in planning, purchasing, and preparing meals within budgetary resources while following dietary plans.
Maintain the appearance, cleanliness, and upkeep of the residence, property, and vehicle.
Facilitate 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 policies.
Participate in required training, staff meetings, and conferences.
Assist in developing positive neighborhood and community relationships.

What We're Looking For

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

Nice to Have

A high school diploma or GED and at least two years of experience in Human Services.
A Bachelor's degree in a related Human Services area in addition to experience.
Demonstrate some knowledge of educational and behavioral programs.
Demonstrate willingness to learn about current issues in developmental disabilities.
Be interested in improving quality of life, household management, and teaching.