Supported Living Instructor SLS

Location Hiring: Mission Viejo CAJob Summary:The SLS Instructor provides one-on-one individual instruction and training to encourage independence at the highest possible level. SLS Instructors serve as advocates and liaisons on behalf of the individuals being supported. Our instructors strive to develop strong personal relationships with the individuals they support the instructor assists in maximizing the individuals successful community Duties: 100%Employment Preparation: Provide supervision to the individual while acquiring skills necessary for successful employment. This includes supporting the individual with personal appearance/hygiene screening/application/interview process building a network preparing a resume time management communication working under direct supervision and safety Skills: Provide supervision to the individual while accessing facilitated communication devices which may include Braille Sign Language finger spelling augmentative devices development of adaptations as per choice mannerism etc. Provide training and supervision on how to use a telephone cell phone internet Training: Provide supervision and training to the individual on how to access public transportation familiarizing themselves with bus routes DMV materials obtaining bus passes Training: Provide supervision and training on how to enroll in classes apply for financial aid school/class selection maintain attendance complete assignments encourage etc. Training may include parent skills family life education and sexual Management: Provide supervision and training how to budget make change purchase count Help Skills: Provide supervision and train individuals in basic hygiene tasks and at times tend to individual with bathing and assist the individuals with proper dressing for weather and Awareness and Public Adaptation: Provide supervision and training on how to safely and confidently access public professionals develop natural supports in all and Public Safety Skills: Provide supervision and training in recognizing stranger danger safety skills recognition of safe vs. unsafe environments street safety Preparedness: Provide supervision and training on how to remain safe in the event of an emergency such as fire earthquake and any other emergency. Promote awareness of the use and purpose of 911 and emergency Resources Awareness: Provide supervision and support in most advantageous access of all possible public/community and Fitness: Provide supervision training and support with diet programs exercise medical conditions making healthy food choices etc. Heath Assistance and Medication (provide supervision and support for individual during medical appointments by communicating updates or concerns regarding health and/or medication. Also provide supervision training and support to individual with following proper storage documentation and procedures for medication. SLS Instructors will NOT administer medication at any and Nutrition Skills: Provide supervision and training to individual with following recommendation diet and nutrition needs. At times SLS Instructors will help individual with feeding by providing hand over hand Maintenance: Provide supervision and training to individual on maintaining a safe and clean-living environment. Also able to provide support on completing necessary laundry -Advocacy Skills: Provide supervision and support to the individual with becoming aware of their rights identifying when their rights are being violated use of legal rights self-reliance self-esteem empowerment Options: Provide supervision and training to individual while accessing Medi-Cal benefits applying for SSI Medi-Cal assist and train the individual how to make appointments cancel appointments attend appointments Immigration/citizen process Skills: Provide supervision and support with shopping for groceries in the community. SLS Instructors will support individual in making healthy food choices and assist with budgeting and price above reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the Skill and Abilities At least 6 months direct supervision in the field of working with individuals with the developmental and disabilities population. Ability to read analyze and interpret general regulations. Ability to write legible and accurate notes relating to an individuals goals/objectives. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions to the consumer circle of support Regional Center and/or general public. Able to speak English and any language based on the individual needs. Ability to use independent judgement during services and emergencies. Possess a cell phone to be used to communicate with management and complete payroll responsibilities (view schedule submit Time-Off request punch in/out and other duties).Our Values The Way We WorkMission First We are called to support others to flourish and that deserves our full energy commitment and AbleLight We are ONE TEAM working together to advance quality. We value collaboration accountability transparency and Love We are guided by our Christian Faith because all people have infinite value. We welcome and love every person we act with empathy grace dignity and Job QualificationsEducation: High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required unless directed by state : Additional experience with people with developmental disabilities preferred or as required by or Cert Program specific based on state requirements: may or may not need a Drivers License with no negative Motor Vehicle Record : $18.25-$20.75BLC123