The Community Living Instructor is responsible for supervision of consumers to ensure their safety and well-being.
This is a PRN position. This candidate will work shifts as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Reports and records observable changes in resident behavior, attitude and physical condition
- Assists with or participates in re-motivation, rehabilitation, resocialization, and behavior modification programs
- Teaches or assists residents in self-help skills and social behavior based on the level of need and functioning of individual residents
- Initiates and participates in group and / or individual activities with residents
- Escorts residents to appointments or as assigned
- Participates in specialized programs such as adjunctive therapies and individual interaction with residents
- Performs basic nursing care such as checking vital signs, applying simple dressings, and providing general daily care of residents
- Assists a physician or registered professional nurse with various diagnostic and treatment procedures
- Maintains a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment
- Assists in the orientation of new residents
- Responds to emergency situations as specified by the guidelines of the unit, including assisting residents during emergency situations
- Prepares and maintains records and reports
- Maintains adequate supplies and equipment
- Administers medications to clients once certified as a DMH Level 1 Medication Aide
- Obtain CPR certification with in the first 90 days of employment
- Assist client with transportation as clinically indicated. Driving is an essential function of the position
- Trains incoming staff on basic job responsibilities (CLI Shadow Trainer only)
- Does follow up trainings for staff if needed (CLI Shadow Trainer only)
- Communicates with clients and / or their families by using sign language when needed (CLI Sign Fluent only)
- Completes documentation and paperwork within the required timeframe
- Other duties as assigned