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Day Services Life Skills InstructorThe Day Services Life Skills Instructor provides services to individuals with autism and other intellectual disabilities in the Community Integration Center (CIC) and in the community. This role focuses on all aspects of integration, including gaining exposure to and exploring a variety of activities and experiences that build the skills necessary to gain independence in the home and in the community.Essential FunctionsSupport individuals in developing and maintaining skills necessary for independent community participation.Assist in planning and implementing activities that promote community engagement and social interaction.Ensure the safety and well-being of individuals during community outings and activities.Provide emotional support and encouragement to individuals to foster self-confidence and independence.Assist individuals with activities of daily living as needed including, but not limited to, toileting, cleaning, washing dishes, cooking, and doing laundry.Maintain accurate documentation of individual progress and incidents as required Collect data monitoring performance of the individuals supported and records progress related to identified outcomesDocument billing within 24 hours of service deliveryRecord behavior support data as requiredDocument consumer funds for each client dailyComplete incident reporting form on day incident occurred, when applicableTransport individuals to and from specified community-based locations as needed. Work all assigned schedules, including arriving and departing on time, requesting time off in advance, and notifying your supervisor of changes to your assigned work schedule.Support individuals with building relationships with other participants within programming and the general community, assisting with exhibiting pro-social behavior and strengthening communication skillsTreat individuals with dignity and respectComplete other duties as assignedSupervisory ResponsibilityThis position does not require supervisory responsibility.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The following positions or frequent movements are typical of the job: sitting, walking, standing, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, stooping, running, and crawling, often for extended periods of the workday. Assignment may require the ability to physically move clients during possible physical interventions in order to maintain a safe learning environment.The position requires that an individual be able to learn new tasks quickly and effectively. Job requirements may change frequently. The ability to understand and carry out detailed, involved, instructions is mandatory. The incumbent must be able to travel to multiple locations as needed, when needed to conduct organizational business. Subject to inside environmental conditions.Expected ScheduleThis is a full-time 40-hour-per-week position, Monday through Friday 8am-4pm, unless otherwise approved.Minimum QualificationsHigh School diploma or GED preferredBasic understanding of Microsoft Office products and Internet applications requiredStrong computer and typing skills requiredCommunity Participation Support Training required within 60 days of hireClean driving record (no more than 2 moving violations in a 3 year span), valid PA driver's license, current vehicle inspection, up-to-date vehicle registration, and proof of adequate insurance coverage requiredSuccessful completion of Vista's crisis intervention trainingSuccessful completion of CPR and first aid trainingSuccessful completion of ODP medication administration trainingRequired passing of all pre-employment regulatory and safety-sensitive employee requirements including, but not limited to, PPD testing, physical exam, and drug testsSpecific Knowledge & SkillsBachelor's degree in related-service field highly desiredExperience working with individuals with Autism using principles of ABA highly desiredDemonstrates leadership and organizational skillsEffectively manage multiple priorities, projects and deadlines

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