Pre-Vocational Instructor

Community Pre-Vocational Instructor

At Community Mainstreaming, our mission is to support individuals with developmental disabilities in living fulfilling, independent lives. Through our comprehensive services, we promote inclusion and empower those we serve to thrive within their communities. We are driven by compassion, innovation, and a strong commitment to making a difference.

The Community Pre-Vocational Instructor is responsible for facilitating classroom-based instruction and coordinating community-based activities that allow individuals to apply and reinforce learned skills in real-world settings. Using a person-centered approach, the instructor supports skill development that promotes independence, self-confidence, and meaningful participation in the community.

The Community Pre-Vocational Instructor will schedule and oversee individualized community-based volunteer and job skill experiences aligned with goals identified in each individual's person-centered plan, ensuring continuity between classroom learning and practical application.

A supportive, inclusive team culture where your contributions make a real difference. The chance to work for an organization that transforms lives and empowers individuals with developmental disabilities. Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

If you're ready to lead a dedicated residential team and build long-term relationships with those you care for, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now by submitting your resume. Join us in making a meaningful impact every day!

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred.
• NYS valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage schedules, and adapt to different work environments.
• Commitment to fostering inclusive, integrated employment opportunities.
• Proficiency in using smartphones and workplace software (e.g., Microsoft Office)
• Must possess and maintain a personal cell phone for work-related communication; this is a condition of employment.

What You Will Do:

• Provide direct support and supervision to a group of up to eight Community-Based Pre-Vocational individuals participating in structured curriculum activities and community-based work experiences.
• Ensure adherence to weekly schedules and planned activities while supporting participants in demonstrating appropriate social skills and workplace behaviors within community settings.
• Integrate life skills, job readiness training, and travel training into daily group activities and volunteer experiences to promote independence and meaningful community integration.
• Participate in person-centered planning by fostering an environment that promotes empowerment, skill development, and self-advocacy, while addressing personal care and support needs as they arise.
• Facilitate classroom-based pre-vocational instruction focused on developing transferable, non–job-specific skills, including:
• Time management
• Following directions
• Stress management
• Effective communication
• Task attention and completion
• Coordinate and supervise individualized and group volunteer opportunities aligned with each participant's person-centered goals.
• Serve as the designated driver for group outings using a personal vehicle in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
• Maintain consistent communication and collaboration with families, supervisors, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure accurate updates regarding participant progress, service outcomes, and status changes.
• Collaborate with internal programs and departments as assigned by the supervisor to enhance service delivery.
• Model professionalism, appropriate workplace behavior, and positive community engagement at all times.
• Complete objective and timely documentation, including:
• Daily service notes reflecting participation, skill development, and progress toward goals
• Progress notes related to collateral contacts and required notifications
• Monthly status summaries outlining service outcomes, progress, and identified barriers in compliance with agency and OPWDD standards
• Annual evaluations assessing employability and pre-vocational skill development

Work Location:

Westbury, NY (Nassau County)

Work Hours/

Schedule:

Full-time, 24 hours per week. Monday through Thursday 9:30-4:30 varies up to 24 Hrs.

Community Mainstreaming Associates is an equal opportunity employee