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Life Skills Instructor- Corydon


Job Location:

Corydon, IA - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 12 - 15
Posted: 10 August 2026 (25 days ago)
Application Deadline: 7 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Full-time Part-time
Description

JOB TITLE: Life Skills Instructor (SGL)

DEPARTMENT: Residential SGL

SUPERVISORS TITLE: Residential Manager

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None

JOB STATUS: 2 Full-Time Non-Exempt and 2 Part-Time Non-Exempt

SCHEDULE: Full-Time- Monday Tuesday Thursday: 8 pm- 8 am; Tuesday: 3 pm- 9 pm; Wednesday - Thursday: 2 pm-10 pm; Saturday: 11 am-7 pm

Part-Time- Wednesday: 3 pm-8 pm; Saturday: 3 pm-9 pm; and Sunday (Fill-in hours) ; Tuesday-Wednesday: 6 am-11 am; Thursday: 2 pm - 10 pm; Sunday: 6 am-11 am


Summary:

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.


Key Responsibilities:

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)


Qualifications & Skills:

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


Physical & Work Requirements:

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 drivers license reliable transportation and proof of vehicle insurance required

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


Certifications & Training Requirements:

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 or for more information you may contact Tania Chandler at or Christina Cecil at .


$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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Blue River Services Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace

Requirements

Requirements

Education/Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

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

Salary Description
$12-$15

Required Experience:

IC


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