Instructor 1

Position Title

Instructor I – SSS
011 (Status: Non‑Exempt)

01.09.2020 Revision Review

SST III Day Services Care Plan Coordinator

• High school diploma or GED equivalent with one year of experience providing social or direct care services to groups of special needs individuals in a human service setting, OR Associate degree in a related field OR one year of experience at the lower level or in an equivalent position.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Completed Crisis Intervention training.
• Computer proficiency.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Ability to observe and monitor individuals’ behavior.
• Ability to assist and supervise individuals with daily living activities.
• Knowledge of agency confidentiality policies, individualized plans, documentation process, pertinent state, federal, local laws, and regulations.
• Ability to develop individualized plans and prepare area‑specific reports.
• Knowledge of available resources and ability to provide training and/or orientation services.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Capability to investigate concerns or complaints and develop a resolution.
• Ability to complete evaluations to determine functional levels of individuals.
• Knowledge of recreational activities and skill to plan them.
• Participation in supportive guidance, staff supervision sessions, program planning meetings, consumer staffing, and service training.
• Awareness of agency safety policies, procedures, and vehicle operation regulations.
• Completion of daily housekeeping chores and reporting of facility repairs or equipment problems.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Conduct individual and group training sessions.
• Knowledge of agency accepted disciplinary and group/interview techniques.
• Skill to develop teaching aids and case management abilities.

• Fire extinguisher
• First aid kit
• Vans with or without a lift
• Adaptive equipment such as a wheelchair or Hoyer lift
• Computer

• Employee routinely performs tasks involving exposure to blood or other potentially infectious material (Category I).
• Employee performs assigned tasks that do not involve exposure to blood or other potentially infectious material, but employment may require performing unplanned Category I tasks (Category II).
• Employee performs assigned tasks that involve no exposure to blood or other potentially infectious material and performance of Category I tasks is not a condition of employment (Category III).

• Direct Care
• Medical
• Administrative (if applicable)

The Albany Area Community Service Board goal is to continually improve the delivery of service by improving consumer outcomes and satisfaction. All employees have a role in performance improvement and are expected to interact collaboratively with co‑workers and other contacts to provide consistent, high‑quality, consumer‑focused services.

• Safety
  • Keep assigned areas, walkways, and fire exits neat, clean, and free of debris throughout the day.
  • Complete daily cleaning protocol.
  • Store cleaning products in designated locked cabinet.
  • Report all possible infections to supervisor.
  • Provide CPR, First Aid, CPI, or AAA as the situation requires.
  • Assist people supported in services to and from the bus.
• Supervision of Individuals Supported through I/DD Services
  • Maintain a maximum of a 1:10 staff‑to‑people‑supported ratio.
  • Maintain line of sight (if applicable).
  • Enhanced supervision (if applicable).
  • Report behavioral concerns to supervisor.
  • Develop training activities relevant to the ISP.
• Documentation
  • Tracking completed daily by end of shift.
  • Documentation includes goal progress and supporting activities.
  • Write detailed person‑centered notes that include choices, participant response, staff involvement, lessons learned, and future action plans.
  • Correct errors by drawing a line through the error, initials, and date.
  • Supplemental documentation completed as required (e.g., seizure log, elimination chart, behavior log, repositioning log).
  • Tracking reflects correct frequency and intent of all goals as outlined in the ISP.
• Engagement with People Supported through Routine Day Services
  • Foster instructor to individual relationships.
  • Facilitate interaction between individuals and other staff.
  • Communicate either visually or verbally.
  • Observe socialization.
• Provide personal supports as needed
  • Toileting/Changing
  • Bathing
  • Grooming
  • Laundry
• Other duties as assigned

Monday – Friday; 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (may be changed based on agency need). This position is hourly and deemed non‑exempt status.