Life Skills Instructor- PRNSub

JOB TITLE: Life Skills Instructor (SGL)

DEPARTMENT: Residential SGL

SUPERVISORS 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 drivers 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

$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

Education/Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

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