Aspire Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities Services Job Description
A. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Position Title: Instructor I- SSS011 Status: Non-Exempt Position Number: Date: 01.09.2020 Revision Review Employee: Work Unit: I/DD - Day Services: County: Immediate Supervisors Title: SST III - Day Services Care Plan Coordinator List positions supervised through immediate contact: None
B. QUALIFICATIONS
Entry qualifications include High school diploma or GED equivalent with One year experience providing social or direct care services to groups of special needs individuals in a human service setting OR Associate degree in a related field OR One year experience at the lower level or position equivalent. Possess basic reading, writing, and math skills; able to lift 50 pounds; able to complete Crisis Intervention training; able to use a computer; able to maintain a valid drivers license and able maintain valid auto insurance.
Ability to observe and monitor individuals behavior. Ability to assist and supervise individuals with daily living activities. Knowledge of agency confidentiality policies. Knowledge of individualized plans. Ability to develop individualized plans. Knowledge of the documentation process. Ability to build relationships with community employers. Knowledge of pertinent state, federal, local laws, and rules and regulations. Ability to serve as a liaison between all interested parties. Ability to serve as a member of the treatment team to develop individuals goals and objectives. Knowledge of program area. Ability to prepare area specific reports. Knowledge of available resources. Ability to provide training and/or orientation services to individuals. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. Ability to investigate any concerns or complaints and develop a resolution. Ability to complete evaluations to determine functional level of individuals. Knowledge of various recreational activities. Ability to plan recreational activities for individuals. Ability to participate in supportive guidance, staff supervision sessions, program planning meetings, consumer staffing, and service training. Knowledge of agency safety policies and procedures. Ability to operate state vehicles following all safety laws and procedures. Ability to complete all daily housekeeping chores. Ability to identify and report facility repairs and equipment problems. Conflict resolution skills. Ability to complete individual orientation sessions. Ability to identify disruptive behavior. Ability to train individuals in personal hygiene and other daily living activities. Ability to recognize contributions and celebrate accomplishments. Ability to conduct individual and group training sessions for individuals. Knowledge of agency accepted disciplinary techniques. Knowledge of agency accepted group/interview techniques. Ability to develop teaching aids. Knowledge of case management.
C. EQUIPMENT THAT REQUIRES SAFE AND EFFECTIVE USE
Fire extinguisher, first aid kit, vans with or without a lift, adaptive equipment such as a wheelchair or Hoyer lift, computer.
D. BLOODBORNE PATHOGEN CATEGORY
Employee routinely performs tasks that involve exposure to blood or other potentially infectious material as part of their assigned duties (Category I).
Employee performs assigned tasks which does not involve exposure to blood or other potentially infectious matter, BUT employment may require performing unplanned category I tasks (Category II).
Employee performs assigned tasks which involve no exposure to blood or other potentially infectious material AND performance of category I tasks are not a condition of employment (Category III).
E. MANDATORY TRAINING CATEGORY
Administrative Direct Care X Medical
F. PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT
The Albany Area Community Service Board goal is to continually improve the delivery of service by improvement of consumer outcomes and satisfaction. All employees have a role in performance improvement and are expected to interact collaboratively with co-workers, and other contacts to provide consistent, high-quality, consumer-focused services.
G. ASSIGNED DUTIES
Employees are expected to perform their work in a competent and efficient manner.
Duties Include but not limited to:
Safety Assigned areas, walkways, and fire exits are neat, clean, and free of debris throughout the day. Cleaning protocol completed daily. Cleaning products stored in designated locked cabinet. All possible infections are reported to supervisor. Provide CPR, First Aid, CPI, or AAA as the situation presents. Assist people supported in services to and from the bus.
Supervision of Individuals Supported through I/DD Services Maintain a maximum of a 1:10 ratio between staff and people supported Line of sight (if applicable) Enhanced Supervision (if applicable) Report behavioral concerns to supervisor Develop training activities relevant to the ISP
Documentation Tracking will be completed daily by end of shift Documentation will include goal progress (or lack of) and supporting activities Write a sufficiently detailed note person-centered note to include things such as choices, participant response, staff involvement, what did you learn, what will you try differently, etc. Error corrections will be completed as follows: One line drawn through the error, initials, and date. Supplemental documentation will be completed as required - (Seizure log, Elimination chart, Behavior log, Repositioning log, etc.) Tracking reflects the correct frequency as outlined in the ISP Tracking reflects the correct intent of all goals as outlined in the ISP
Engagement with People Supported through Routine Day Services Instructor to individual relationship Interaction between individuals and other staff Communication- either visually or verbally Observations of socialization
Provide personal supports as needed Toileting/Changing Bathing Grooming Laundry
Other duties as assigned
H. WORK SCHEDULE
Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; may be changed based on need of agency. This position is hourly and deemed non-exempt status.
I. VERIFICATION
Signature of Employee Date
Signature of Supervisor Date
Signature of Team Leader/Program Manager Date