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Day Prgrm Instructor

Warwick, RI · On-site

$20/hr

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Responsible for the health, safety, and well being of developmentally disabled clients in Day Program facilities: 1. Physical Demands: must be able to lift and transfer 70-75 ...

Community Residences

Day Prgrm Instructor

Warwick, RI · On-site

$17.25 - $19.45/hr

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Responsible for the health, safety, and well being of developmentally disabled clients in Day Program facilities: 1. Physical Demands: must be able to lift and transfer 70-75 ...

Seven Hills Foundation

Registered Nurse

Woonsocket, RI

$40 - $42/hr

Ensures daily health care needs are met liaising with day program and the community regarding ongoing health care needs. Utilizes independent judgment and operational autonomy within the field of ...

Seven Hills Foundation

Registered Nurse

Woonsocket, RI

$40 - $42/hr

Ensures daily health care needs are met liaising with day program and the community regarding ongoing health care needs. Utilizes independent judgment and operational autonomy within the field of ...

Seven Hills Foundation

Registered Nurse

Woonsocket, RI · On-site

$40 - $42/hr

Ensures daily health care needs are met liaising with day program and the community regarding ongoing health care needs. Utilizes independent judgment and operational autonomy within the field of ...

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A Day Program job involves supporting individuals with disabilities, seniors, or those needing assistance in a structured daytime setting. Responsibilities typically include facilitating activities, providing personal care, fostering social engagement, and ensuring a safe environment. Staff may assist with life skills development, educational programs, and community outings. The goal is to enhance participants' quality of life and promote independence.

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To thrive in a Day Program role, you need a background in social services, special education, or a related field, supported by experience working with individuals with developmental or behavioral challenges. Knowledge of individualized support planning, data documentation systems, and certifications such as CPR/First Aid are often required. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and effective teamwork make employees excel in this position. These abilities are crucial for delivering meaningful support, ensuring client safety, and fostering a positive group environment.

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In a Day Program role, your daily responsibilities generally include planning and facilitating group activities, supporting individual client goals, and assisting with daily living skills when needed. You may also be responsible for documenting progress, communicating with family members or care managers, and helping to create a safe and engaging environment. Collaboration with other staff, therapists, and sometimes community partners is common to ensure well-rounded support for participants. The role can be dynamic and rewarding, providing opportunities to make a real impact in clients' lives through structured routines and creative programming.
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Day Prgrm Instructor

Day Prgrm Instructor

Community Residences

Warwick, RI • On-site

$20/hr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Responsible for the health, safety, and well being of developmentally disabled clients in Day Program facilities:

1. Physical Demands: must be able to lift and transfer 70-75 lbs. per Day Program Instructor. Work is active and performed inside and outside of the facility.

2. Must be able to utilize approved protective hold techniques in order to keep you, clients, and co-workers safe.

3. Create a learning environment; develop strategies to help clients cope effectively with social, emotional, and physical situations in daily living, and facilitate independent performance in these areas.

4. Implement Individual Plan of Care/Follow-Along Plan based in the Interdisciplinary Team’s identification of client needs; record data on all identified teaching strategies, behavior plans, report client’s progress needs and any barriers that impede progress. Responsible to maintain and document an awareness of individual treatment plans, inclusive of use of leisure time, community experiences, use of public transportation, safety skills, personal hygiene and activities of daily living.

5. Monitor medical, physical and behavioral changes in individuals on a daily basis and report changes to the Supervisor, R.N. Program Coordinator or Program Director as it occurs, is observed or discovered; write up incident reports and submit to Program Coordinator or Day Program Supervisor within 24 hours.

6. Follow written dietary plans for each client; assist with meal preparation, if required.

7. Maintain the appearance, cleanliness and upkeep of the day program, properties and vehicle, insuring they are clean and safe. Report all repair needs to the Program Supervisor and/or Program Coordinator in a timely manner.

8. Maintain clients' right to privacy, and adhere to CRI's Confidentiality Policy.

9. Conduct self in a professional manner when interacting with participants, supervisors, co-workers, families, medical profession and members of the community.

10. Participate in training opportunities (in-service training, staff meetings, conferences, etc.), as required; maintain all required training per agency policy and DDS regulatory requirement.

11. Take individuals to a variety of community based outings ensuring that all health and safety measures in the Individuals support plan are followed while in the community. Utilizes the agency vehicle following state laws and safety procedures.

12. Provide accurate accounting of agency’s petty cash and client funds in an informative, auditable condition at all times, as required or requested by the Program Supervisor.

13. Familiarize oneself with CRI policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with same.

14. Perform other work related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or other management as required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

1. Possess good to excellent oral and written communication skills.

2. Demonstrate thoroughness and follow-through on daily work assignments.

3. Display motivation and interest in improving quality of life for population served.

4. 4. Demonstrate and maintain an optimistic attitude, patience, and compassion for and with the population served.

5. 5. Valid CT. Driver’s License, ability to drive own and agency vehicle and a good driving record. Public Service License may be required depending upon type of transport vehicle used; Must be obtained within sixty (60) days of hire or transfer; PSL must be maintained for the duration of employment at day program.

EDUCATION:

A Bachelor's degree in related Human Services area or an Associate's degree in a related field and one (1) year experience is preferred. Minimum requirement for employment is a high school diploma or GED


Monday & Friday 8:45am-4pm , Tuesday-Thursday 8:45am-5pm
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