Community Habilitation Instructor

Albany, NY

Job Type

Full-time, Part-time

Description

Living Resources is a non-profit human services agency. Our core purpose is to support and empower individuals with disabilities or other life-challenging conditions to live with dignity, independence, and happiness.

Living Resources works with, and for, families by providing peace of mind. All employees are to be respectful and supportive of families. We are working with them as partners, providing care and services.

Our Values: Inclusive, Change Embracer or Innovator, Mentor, Personal growth, Self-determination and Teamwork/Collaboration

We are looking for people who are:

Compassionate while caring/supporting others

Kind hearted

Patient

Team Player

Adaptable with changing work days

Reliable and attentive

Eager to learn and grow

To work for Living Resources is to make a difference in the lives of others. Living Resources provides individuals with disabilities and special needs the support they need to thrive and lead active, full lives. For many Living Resources employees, their work becomes an experience where they find fulfillment and develop both personally and professionally. Ask our 150+ employees who have been here more than 10 years!

The Community Habilitation Instructor provides supports as specified in the Life Plan and Staff Action Plan to people with developmental disabilities living either at home with family, in a residential setting, or independently in the community.

• Provide support to the individual which will enable the person to participate in community and social activities

• Support individual with building relationships, increase independence and make informed choices.

• Explore new experiences (socialization, leisure time use, and self-improvement) for the individual to learn about life as a participating and contributing community member.

• Ensure the individual’s health and safety. Assist with transportation to medical appointments as needed.

• Act as a positive role model to the individual and to the community. Always treat the individual with dignity and respect.

• Complete all appropriate documentation within the established timeframes

• Participate in meetings as required. This may include meetings with Assistant Director of Community Living, team meetings, and upon request at Life Plan meetings.

• Attend mandated trainings and yearly refreshers with Community Living administrative staff

• Adhere to agency Personal Policies and Practices

Shifts: Part-time & Full-time hours - Day, Afternoon & Evenings available

Locations: Albany, Latham, Voorheesville and Schenectady

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required

• Able to work with minimal supervision in the community

• Proficient with use of technology, including use of laptops, tablets, cell phones, and various Electronic Health Record systems

• A valid Driver’s License

• Reliable Transportation

Benefits

We offer excellent benefits including Health (we cover 100% of deductible costs for Health Insurance), Dental and Vision insurance, Health Reimbursement Account, Payment in lieu of Health insurance, Tuition Assistance and Retirement Programs. Opportunities to grow within the Agency!

Salary Description

$15 - $20.50/hour