Program Instructor (Cook County)

Description

Join Our Team as a Program Instructor!

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact while having fun along the way? At Aspire's Day Programs, we're seeking passionate individuals to join us in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a Program Instructor, you'll design engaging curricula to promote skill development and enhance daily like.  You'll provide hands-on support, coaching and guidance, and you'll help foster connections that enrich lives. If you're looking for a fulfilling role where every day is an opportunity to make a difference, apply today and be part of a team that's changing lives with compassion and creativity. 


Position Responsibilities of a Program Instructor:

The following represents the primary position responsibilities. Other duties necessary to meet the needs of the organization may be assigned.


Instruction:

  • Facilitate  the training for specific norms of the program area and develop/create task analysis of norms.
  • Develop curricula in the program area to meet specific standards/norms.
  • Prepare lesson plans and training schedules.
  • Train Direct Service Professionals (DSPs) and Individual's served on standards/norms.
  • Evaluate/assess Individuals for interests, dreams, goals, skill strengths, and areas of needed skill development.
  • Assess each Individual bi-annually on hard and soft skills. Track areas of growth and areas of need.
  • Create and score outcome measurement tools.

Support:

  • Develop plans and recommendations for Individual PCP that meet individual interests, dreams, skill strengths, and areas of needed skill development.
  • Maintain familiarity with individualized clinical programs and implement them accordingly
  • Monitor Individual's health, behavior, clothing, and hygiene and take corrective action when necessary.
  • Transport Individuals as needed according to the schedule
  • Perform and assist with personal care, including by not limited to, toileting, transferring, feeding, and showering, as needed

Communication and Collaboration:

  • Ensure proper record documentation by Completing and monitoring Individual's goal tracking.
  • Take an active role as member of the Facilitator Team, working with Manager of Academies, Director, Lead Facilitator, PA’s/DSP’s, PCP, Team Managers, Life Consultants & Clinical Team.
  • Develop and maintain relationships in assigned program area.
  • Communicate concerns to appropriate interdisciplinary team members to support individual needs, goals, and growth.
  • Attend professional development sessions.
  • Monitor and/or create incident reports as needed
  • Complete all required paperwork and assignments accurately and in a timely manner.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field
  • Minimum two (2) years experience working with adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilities
  • Valid Illinois Driver’s License with good driving record
  • Positively engage and interact with individuals who have intellectual or developmental disabilities.
  • Perform multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize work.
  • Communicate effectively, tactfully and courteously with individuals, team members, families and the general public
  • Write detailed and accurate reports.
  • Maintain confidential information.

Physiological Factors:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be regularly met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

  • Use hands to handle, hold, feel, lift and move
  • Stand, bend or stoop, walk, climb stairs
  • Reach with hands and arms
  • Push and pull
  • Speak, hear and observe
  • Assist people in moving from one position to another including transferring from sitting to standing, repositioning, transferring from one surface to another, or climbing stairs.
  • Work requires heavy physical exertion and may include lifting up to 75 pounds.
  • Duties are performed primarily in the Academy/Day Service Center, residential home, agency office, and the community. 
  • Work areas are restricted to non-smoking.

Full-Time Benefits (regularly scheduled to work more than 37 1/2 hours per week)

  • Health Insurance
  • Benefit Time (Vacation, Sick, Personal)
  • 13 Holidays
  • 403(B) Retirement Savings Plan with matching contribution
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Voluntary Insurances available

Aspire’s priority is keeping our team members and participants healthy and safe. PPE is provided and regular cleaning and disinfecting regiments are followed to maintain a safe work and living environment. Hand sanitizer is available throughout our facilities.


Aspire is an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.


Aspire is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities so that an applicant may complete the essential functions of a position. The essential functions of positions are outlined in a position’s job description. To request an accommodation or if you have a question regarding what the essential functions of a position are please contact the People Team at 708.455.7224 

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