Life Skills Instructor- PRN/Sub in Corydon, Indiana at Blue River Services, Inc.

JOB TITLE: Life Skills Instructor – (SGL)

DEPARTMENT: Residential SGL

SUPERVISOR’S TITLE: Residential Manager

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None

JOB STATUS: PRN/Sub, Non-Exempt

SCHEDULE: Various shifts as needed, as available

Provide direct support, instruction, and guidance to individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting. This role focuses on promoting independence, teaching daily living skills, and ensuring a safe, supportive home environment while encouraging community involvement and personal growth. Locations vary depending on need: Corydon, Milltown, New Albany, New Salisbury, Salem.

· Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive home environment for residents

· Provide instruction in daily living skills including personal care, social skills, money management, and household tasks

· Support residents in developing independence and achieving individualized goals outlined in service plans

· Assist with implementation of Individual Service Plans (ISP) and Person-Centered Plans

· Monitor and document resident progress and goal achievement

· Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all residents at all times

· Participate in recreational and community activities with residents

· Encourage positive community participation and relationship building

· Support residents in exercising personal choice, independence, and rights

· Assist with household management tasks as assigned

· Promote dignity, respect, and positive interactions with all residents

· Assist with coverage of shifts as needed (when applicable)

· Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

· Ability to teach, guide, and reinforce positive behaviors

· Ability to build respectful and professional relationships with individuals served

· Strong organizational and documentation skills

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team

· Ability to support individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting

· Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds or more

· Ability to assist residents with physical support and daily living tasks

· Ability to remain active throughout shift, including standing, walking, bending, and lifting

· Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of vehicle insurance required

· Ability to travel for trainings, meetings, and transportation of residents as needed

· Adult CPR and First Aid certification

· Preventing Disease Transmission (Bloodborne Pathogens) certification

· Core A & B Medication Training

· CPI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention) certification

Additional Information:

For more details, you may contact Anna Marrs at brsgldir@brsinc.org.

$350 Sign-on Bonus eligible position. Must be scheduled for a minimum of 20 hours per week for Sign-on Bonus.

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BRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace

Education/Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

One year of experience in a residential setting serving individuals with disabilities preferred.