Position: Independent Living Skills Trainer ( ILST )
An exceptional opportunity to join a mission-driven organization dedicated to empowering individuals to live their best lives.
The Independent Living Skills Trainer (ILST) plays a critical role in promoting independence, safety, and personal growth for individuals with diverse needs. This position is highly proactive, progressive, and results-oriented.
Requirements:
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1-2 years of healthcare experience
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Experience in implementing behavioral treatment and care plans
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Valid driver's license and access to a car
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Strong time management and organizational skills
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Proficiency with smartphones and tablets
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Successful completion of background check and drug testing prior to hire
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Adherence to dress code and professional standards
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Commitment to providing the highest standards of care and accountability
Experience in assisting individuals recovering from:
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Strokes
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Concussions
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Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
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Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
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Tumors
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Community-based settings
Responsibilities include supporting clients with:
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Safety
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Organizational skills
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Medical and therapeutic rehabilitation homework
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Medication reminders
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Social engagement
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Employment assistance
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Financial management
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Social skills
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Daily living activities
Additional Information:
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Regular drug screening required
Key Duties:
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Develop and prepare teaching materials for Independent Living Skills Training and Support Service sessions.
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Schedule client sessions and programming based on Individual Service Plans and training domains.
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Conduct in-home training, teaching, and support for clients in areas such as money management, nutrition, cooking, comparison shopping, emergency procedures, community awareness, mobility, laundry procedures, household management, sex/public health education, medical procedures, counseling, crisis intervention, and housing.
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Provide training in accordance with current care plans and the least restrictive environment philosophy (1:1 staff-client ratio, unless otherwise specified).
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Coordinate client training programs with other programs in which they are involved.
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Complete daily activity reports documenting direct hours spent with clients and submit to supervisor(s) on the first day of the following month.
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Maintain up-to-date client files.
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Assist clients in coordinating with other programs, services, and benefit systems, such as Social Security, AFDC, WIC, food stamps, counseling, etc.
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Attend monthly staff meetings and individual meetings with team members.
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Participate in Inter-Disciplinary Team meetings as requested.
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Perform other duties as assigned.