Instructor 1 (1:1 For Enhanced Support)

Aspire Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities Services Job DescriptionA. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPSPosition Title: Instructor I-SSS011Status: Non-ExemptPosition Number:Date: 01.09.2020 Revision ReviewEmployee:Work Unit: I/DD - Day Services:County:Immediate Supervisor's Title: SST III - Day Services Care PlanCoordinatorList positions supervised through immediate contact:NoneB. QUALIFICATIONS:Entry qualifications include High school diploma or GED equivalent with One yearexperience providing social or direct care services to groups of special needsindividuals in a human service setting OR Associate degree in a related field OROne year experience at the lower level or position equivalent. Possess basicreading, writing, and math skills; able to lift 50 pounds; able to completeCrisis Intervention training; able to use a computer; able to maintain a validdriver's license and able maintain valid auto insurance.Ability to observe and monitor individuals' behavior. Ability to assist andsupervise individuals with daily living activities. Knowledge of agencyconfidentiality policies. Knowledge of individualized plans. Ability todevelop individualized plans. Knowledge of the documentation process.Ability to build relationships with community employers. Knowledge ofpertinent state, federal, local laws, and rules and regulations. Ability toserve as a liaison between all interested parties. Ability to serve as amember 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/ororientation services to individuals. Ability to communicate both orally and inwriting. Ability to investigate any concerns or complaints and develop aresolution. Ability to complete evaluations to determine functional level ofindividuals. Knowledge of various recreational activities. Ability to planrecreational activities for individuals. Ability to participate in supportiveguidance, staff supervision sessions, program planning meetings, consumerstaffing, and service training. Knowledge of agency safety policies andprocedures. Ability to operate state vehicles following all safety laws andprocedures. Ability to complete all daily housekeeping chores. Ability toidentify and report facility repairs and equipment problems. Conflictresolution skills. Ability to complete individual orientation sessions.Ability to identify disruptive behavior. Ability to train individuals inpersonal hygiene and other daily living activities. Ability to recognizecontributions and celebrate accomplishments. Ability to conduct individual andgroup training sessions for individuals. Knowledge of agency accepteddisciplinary techniques. Knowledge of agency accepted group/interviewtechniques. Ability to develop teaching aids. Knowledge of case management.ASPIRE BHDD Instructor 1 JobDescriptionPage2Position Title: Instructor I- SSS011Position Number:C. EQUIPMENT THAT REQUIRES SAFE AND EFFECTIVE USE:(Include emergency equipment, treatment equipment and high riskequipment)Fire extinguisher, first aid kit, vans with or without a lift, adaptiveequipment such as a wheelchair or Hoyer lift, computer.D. BL00DBORNE PATHOGEN CATEGORY (check one)_ X__Employee routinely performs tasks that involve exposure to blood or otherpotentially infectiousmaterial as part of their assigned duties (Category I).____Employee performs assigned tasks which does not involve exposure to blood orotherpotentially infectious matter, BUT employment may require performing unplannedcategory I tasks(Category II).___ Employee performs assigned tasks which involve no exposure to blood orother potentiallyinfectious material AND performance of category I tasks are not a condition ofemployment(Category Ill).E. MANDATORY TRAINING CATEGORY (Check One)____Administrative______ X_Direct Care_________MedicalF. PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENTThe Albany Area Community Service Board goal is to continually improve thedelivery of serviceby improvement of consumer outcomes and satisfaction. All employees have a rolein performanceimprovement and are expected to interact collaboratively with co-workers, andother contacts toprovide consistent, high-quality, consumer focused services.G. ASSIGNED DUTIESEmployees are expected to perform their work in a competent and efficientmanner.ASPIRE BHDD Instructor 1 JobDescriptionPage3Position Title: Instructor I- SSS011Position Number:Duties Include but not limited to:SafetyAssigned areas, walkways, and fire exits are neat, clean, and free ofdebris 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 ServicesMaintain a maximum of a 1:10 ratio between staff and people supportedLine of sight (if applicable)Enhanced Supervision (if applicable)Report behavioral concerns to supervisorDevelop training activities relevant to the ISPDocumentationTracking will be completed daily by end of shiftDocumentation will include goal progress (or lack of) and supportingactivitiesWrite a sufficiently detailed note person centered note to includethings such as choices, participant response, staff involvement, what did youlearn, what will you try differently, etc.Error corrections will be completed as follows: One line drawn throughthe 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 ISPTracking reflects the correct intent of all goals as outlined in the ISPEngagement with People Supported through Routine Day ServicesInstructor to individual relationshipInteraction between individuals and other staffCommunication- either visually or verballyObservations of socializationProvide personal supports as neededToileting/ChangingBathingGroomingLaundryOther duties as assignedASPIRE BHDD Instructor 1 JobDescriptionPage4Position Title: Instructor I- SSS011Position Number:H. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; may bechanged based on need of agency.This position is hourly and deemed non-exempt status.I. VERIFICATIONSignature ofEmployeeDateSignature ofSupervisorDateSignature of Team Leader/ProgramManager Date