Life Skills Instructor- New Salisbury

Description JOB TITLE

• Life Skills Instructor – (SGL)
• Department:
• Residential
• SGL
• Supervisor’s
• TITLE:
• Residential
• Manager
• Positions
• SUPERVISED: None

Job Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt SCHEDULE: Monday- Friday, 5 am-10 am

Summary

Provide direct support, instruction, and guidance to individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting. This role focuses on promoting independence, teaching daily living skills, and ensuring a safe, supportive home environment while encouraging community involvement and personal growth.

Key Responsibilities

· Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive home environment for residents · Provide instruction in daily living skills including personal care, social skills, money management, and household tasks · Support residents in developing independence and achieving individualized goals outlined in service plans · Assist with implementation of Individual Service Plans (ISP) and Person-Centered Plans · Monitor and document resident progress and goal achievement · Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all residents at all times · Participate in recreational and community activities with residents · Encourage positive community participation and relationship building · Support residents in exercising personal choice, independence, and rights · Assist with household management tasks as assigned · Promote dignity, respect, and positive interactions with all residents · Assist with coverage of shifts as needed (when applicable)

Qualifications

& Skills: · Strong communication skills, both verbal and written · Ability to teach, guide, and reinforce positive behaviors · Ability to build respectful and professional relationships with individuals served · Strong organizational and documentation skills · Ability to work independently and as part of a team · Ability to support individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting

Physical & Work Requirements

· Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds or more · Ability to assist residents with physical support and daily living tasks · Ability to remain active throughout shift, including standing, walking, bending, and lifting · Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of vehicle insurance required · Ability to travel for trainings, meetings, and transportation of residents as needed

Certifications & Training Requirements

· Adult CPR and First Aid certification · Preventing Disease Transmission (Bloodborne Pathogens) certification · Core A & B Medication Training · CPI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention) certification

Additional Information

For more details, you may contact Candice Cassidy at ccassidy@brsinc.org.

$350 Sign-on Bonus eligible position. Must be scheduled for a minimum of 20 hours per week for Sign-on Bonus.

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Requirements

Education/Experience Requirements High school diploma or equivalent preferred. One year of experience in a residential setting serving individuals with disabilities preferred.