Life Skills Instructor- Corydon

Description JOB TITLE: Life Skills Instructor – (SGL)

DEPARTMENT : Residential SGL

SUPERVISOR’S TITLE : Residential Manager

POSITIONS SUPERVISED : None

JOB STATUS : 2 Full-Time, Non-Exempt and 2 Part-Time, Non-Exempt

SCHEDULE : Full-Time

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 8 pm- 8 am ; Tuesday: 3 pm- 9 pm; Wednesday - Thursday: 2 pm-10 pm; Saturday: 11 am-7 pm

Part-Time

• Wednesday: 3 pm-8 pm; Saturday: 3 pm-9 pm; and Sunday (Fill-in hours) ; Tuesday-Wednesday: 6 am-11 am; Thursday: 2 pm - 10 pm; Sunday: 6 am-11 am

Summary Provide direct support, instruction, and guidance to individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting. This role focuses on promoting independence, teaching daily living skills, and ensuring a safe, supportive home environment while encouraging community involvement and personal growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive home environment for residents
• Provide instruction in daily living skills including personal care, social skills, money management, and household tasks
• Support residents in developing independence and achieving individualized goals outlined in service plans
• Assist with implementation of Individual Service Plans (ISP) and Person-Centered Plans
• Monitor and document resident progress and goal achievement
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all residents at all times
• Participate in recreational and community activities with residents
• Encourage positive community participation and relationship building
• Support residents in exercising personal choice, independence, and rights
• Assist with household management tasks as assigned
• Promote dignity, respect, and positive interactions with all residents
• Assist with coverage of shifts as needed (when applicable)

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to teach, guide, and reinforce positive behaviors
• Ability to build respectful and professional relationships with individuals served
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to support individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds or more
• Ability to assist residents with physical support and daily living tasks
• Ability to remain active throughout shift, including standing, walking, bending, and lifting
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of vehicle insurance required
• Ability to travel for trainings, meetings, and transportation of residents as needed

Certifications & Training Requirements

• Adult CPR and First Aid certification
• Preventing Disease Transmission (Bloodborne Pathogens) certification
• Core A & B Medication Training
• CPI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention) certification

Additional Information For more details or for more information you may contact Tania Chandler at 812-972-6045 or Christina Cecil at [email protected] .

$350 Sign-on Bonus eligible position. Must be scheduled for a minimum of 20 hours per week for Sign-on Bonus.

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Blue River Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace Requirements Requirements Education/Experience Requirements High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

One year of experience in a residential setting serving individuals with disabilities preferred.