Adult Day Instructor
On-siteHere, Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Job Summary
Supervise and instruct assigned individuals with disabilities in day programs, guiding them toward independence through recreational activities, healthy living, and personal hygiene support. Coordinate daily attendance, ensure active engagement in scheduled activities, and provide direct assistance with cooking, housekeeping, and adaptive devices. Complete daily progress notes, submit documentation by deadlines, and track behaviors per management plans. Respond to emergency situations, assist in trip planning, and maintain a clean, safe environment while adhering to state regulations. Maintain current certifications including CPR and medication administration protocols.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or graduate equivalency diploma (GED)
- Minimum age requirement of 18 years old
- Must successfully complete and obtain/maintain all certifications as required by Elwyn New Jersey or regulatory agencies
- Must submit to a criminal background check and drug test and be determined to be not disqualified by the New Jersey Department of Human Services prior to working with individuals served
- Must agree to have their name checked against the New Jersey Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and NJ Child Abuse Registry (CARI)
- Must possess a current, valid driver's license in state of residence, have a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience within the United States, and have an acceptable driving record
- Must be able to perform CPR and safe care using agency-trained protocols
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in a related field or with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred
- Non-profit human service experience highly preferred
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage and prioritize multiple, often competing, priorities
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail
- Demonstrated strong time management and organizational skills
- Must be able to perform CPR and safe care using agency-trained protocols
- Demonstrated basic experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred
- Experience using/knowledge of Electronic Health Record (EHR) / Electronic Medical Record (EMR) preferred
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