We are hiring for:
IDD Vocational Center Instructor
Type:
Regular
If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!
Pay Rate: $16.00/hr
Accepting Responsibility (Supported by Be Proactive) -Takes accountability for delivering on commitments; owns mistakes; and uses them as opportunities for learning and development; openly discusses his or her actions and their consequences, both good and bad. Supporting Organizational Goals (Supported by Begin with the End in Mind)-Actively supports organizational goals and values; aligns actions around organizational goals; gives priority to organizational needs and concerns when making decisions. Managing Time (Supported by Putting First Things First)-Accurately estimates time required to complete actions and activities; adheres to schedule and timetables; sensitive to the use of other people's time. Supporting Co-Workers (Supported by Think Win-Win)-Contributes to team performance by providing encouragement and support. Helps others overcome obstacles and successfully accomplish goals. Attentive Listening- (Supported by Seek First to Understand then to be Understood)-Uses active listening techniques to avoid distractions and show interest in what the speaker has to say; is open to other viewpoints and clarifies points of contention; demonstrates patience while listening to others and does not interrupt. Solving Complex Problems- (Supported by Synergize) -Effective at thinking through complex problems and information; uses traditional and innovative approaches to identify effective solutions. Seeks to accept and build off the ideas of others for solutions others may not have considered. Managing Stress-(Supported by Sharpening the Saw) Uses healthy and effective methods to manage stress (e.g., maintaining appropriate diet, exercise, and sleep schedules); reacts effectively when faced with high-pressure situations Serving the People we Support / Customers (Supports Culture of Caring) -Has sufficient knowledge of the services and helps the people we support or our customers enthusiastically; communicates well with the people we support and customers and follows up as necessary is always professional and represents the organization positively. Following Policies and Procedures- Understands and follows company policies; encourages others to follow work rules; calls attention to actions that may violate policies and procedures. Meeting Basic Work Expectations-Complies with bas Assists with Employee Health and Safety- Understands, teaches and utilizes proper body mechanics while assisting with behavioral intervention techniques, dependent/independent transfers and positioning of people supported regardless of individual weight distribution. Seeks understanding of and follows company personnel policy, regulations, safety, and blood borne pathogen programs. Assists with fire drills & posting of MSDS. Reports accidents, hazards, and needed repairs. Practices universal medical precautions by understanding and utilizing personal protective and safety equipment. Pays particular attention to the environment as a means to promote a safe, clean, neat and healthy workplace for both people supported and employees. Assists Staff and Managers with Various Tasks- Works closely with Vocational Program Manager, Habilitation Specialists, Qualified Professional and other clinical/professional staff to maintain communication and provide feedback, standardize procedures, expedite the Person Centered Plan implementation and workflow and to improve efficiency of direct support staff. Assists with vocational assessments & attends vocational program task force and planning meetings. Schedules and posts staff assignments to various classrooms. Assists Quality Management Performance- Identifies and establishes performance measurement workstations with Department of Labor Standards. Implements and monitors formal people supported training programs within the workshop/classrooms. Ensures people supported are exposed to the people supported handbook. Reports to management all suspected or observed incidents of people supported abuse, neglect or exploitation. Assists with Business Management- Performs actual time and cost of product studies to determine rate of pay for piece or hourly work. Assists with community wage surveys. Obtains and inventories raw materials, needed supplies and materials for performing contract work for finished products. Assists in the procurement of community job contracts by visiting job sites, conducting job surveys, developing criteria for people supported involvement and servicing as liaison between the vocational center and community/business representatives. Documents progress of work and maintains related records to verify production quantity and quality. Ensures people supported time sheets are completed accurately and on time and that appropriate breaks and lunch periods are observed. Ensures people supported get paycheck and distributes them. Compiles yearly wage summaries Performs Vocational Instructor Responsibilities- Promotes harmony among coworkers, emphasizes professionalism resolves minor disturbances and serves as role model for staff, co-workers, and people supported work behaviors. Promotes the vocational services curriculum philosophy & mission. Ensures confidentiality regarding sensitive issues and material. ic job requirements and tasks; arrives at work on time as scheduled; proactively informs others when he/she encounters problems that may limit his/her ability to meet expectations.
Assists with Employee Health and Safety- Understands, teaches and utilizes proper body mechanics while assisting with behavioral intervention techniques, dependent/independent transfers and positioning of people supported regardless of individual weight distribution. Seeks understanding of and follows company personnel policy, regulations, safety, and blood borne pathogen programs. Assists with fire drills & posting of MSDS. Reports accidents, hazards, and needed repairs. Practices universal medical precautions by understanding and utilizing personal protective and safety equipment. Pays particular attention to the environment as a means to promote a safe, clean, neat and healthy workplace for both people supported and employees. Assists Staff and Managers with Various Tasks- Works closely with Vocational Program Manager, Habilitation Specialists, Qualified Professional and other clinical/professional staff to maintain communication and provide feedback, standardize procedures, expedite the Person Centered Plan implementation and workflow and to improve efficiency of direct support staff. Assists with vocational assessments & attends vocational program task force and planning meetings. Schedules and posts staff assignments to various classrooms. Assists Quality Management Performance- Identifies and establishes performance measurement workstations with Department of Labor Standards. Implements and monitors formal people supported training programs within the workshop/classrooms. Ensures people supported are exposed to the people supported handbook. Reports to management all suspected or observed incidents of people supported abuse, neglect or exploitation. Assists with Business Management- Performs actual time and cost of product studies to determine rate of pay for piece or hourly work. Assists with community wage surveys. Obtains and inventories raw materials, needed supplies and materials for performing contract work for finished products. Assists in the procurement of community job contracts by visiting job sites, conducting job surveys, developing criteria for people supported involvement and servicing as liaison between the vocational center and community/business representatives. Documents progress of work and maintains related records to verify production quantity and quality. Ensures people supported time sheets are completed accurately and on time and that appropriate breaks and lunch periods are observed. Ensures people supported get paycheck and distributes them. Compiles yearly wage summaries Performs Vocational Instructor Responsibilities- Promotes harmony among coworkers, emphasizes professionalism resolves minor disturbances and serves as role model for staff, co-workers, and people supported work behaviors. Promotes the vocational services curriculum philosophy & mission. Ensures confidentiality regarding sensitive issues and material.
Pre-employment screening:
We offer the following benefits to employees:
*contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits
EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.
About RHA:
At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.
For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.
If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.
At RHA Health Services, the people we serve and support are at the very center of everything we do.
Founded in 1989, RHA began as a small provider of support services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in North Carolina. Over the years, we have expanded to include a broad range of disability services and continue to add other types of services across multiple states to meet our communities’ needs. Today, RHA provides disability services in Georgia, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Tennessee.
We have also added high-quality behavioral health services in North Carolina and Pennsylvania to support people with a wide variety of mental health and substance use needs as well as support services for those who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
We focus on helping people live their best lives through setting and reaching personal goals, forming and sustaining meaningful community connections and relationships, achieving positive outcomes in health and wellness, and more.
