Instructor

INSTRUCTOR

Adult Day Program

Summary/Objective: To advance the independence, productivity, and full citizenships of person with disabilities.

Essential Functions: Provide physical and technical assistance and instruction to adults with disabilities.

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Qualifications: High school diploma. Background in visual arts, performing arts and/or technology and a willingness to learn. A valid California driver’s license and proof of insurance, or means of personal transportation

Competencies:

• Committed team player
• Strong advocate for the rights and dignity of persons with disabilities
• Good oral and communications skills
• Open, honest, candid, with a good sense of humor
• Positive representative of the agency/program
• A “problem solver” – calm and cool in crisis
• Ability to get along well with staff, students, volunteers, care providers, and agency representatives

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Protect client rights, health, safety and well being
• Advocate for the rights of the student
• Assist students with self-advocacy skills
• Develop lesson plans and schedules/ Facilitate group activities, classroom interactions, and life skills workshops
• Assist with basic care needs
• Provide input in the development of individual service plans
• Maintain open, professional communication with supervisor and UCPCC
• Attend workshops, conferences, and in-services for the purpose of professional growth
• Attend staff meetings
• Other duties as requested
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with students, providing emotional support and guidance.
• Coordinate program workshops, off campus events/outings.

Physical Requirements: The following is a description of the physical demands of the job:

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and carry loads of 50 lbs. for short distances.
• Must be able to bend, sit and stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to view a computer screen.
• Must be able to endure extended work periods in environments that include varying climates both cold and hot.
• Fine and gross motor skills for equipment/technology use and maintenance.
• Must be able to physically drive a vehicle per the standards of the Ca DMV.
• Must be able to physically push and move persons in wheelchairs.

Supervision Received: Reports directly to the Director of Adult Program Services

Supervision Given: None

website: ucpcc.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Coalinga, CA 93210: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $19