Support Counselor/TI Instructor
Company: The League for People with Disabilities Inc
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
Description:
The Therapeutic Integration Instructor works with a team of other
Instructors, the Activity Specialist, and the Program Manager to
run the Therapeutic Integration program at The League's Cold Spring
Lane location. The Therapeutic Integration program meets during the
school year and follows the Baltimore City Public Schools calendar.
Therapeutic Integration Instructors work with a case load of three
participants with autism, assisting participants with personal care
and facilitating programs in the areas of sports, cooking,
swimming, arts and music. This is a part time position. Essential
Duties and Responsibilities:Work collaboratively with the Activity
Specialist to facilitate implementation of daily activities in TI
Group.Assist assigned group of participants with personal care
(dressing, toileting, eating, etc.) and accompany participants to
scheduled programs.Work cooperatively with other TI staff to
support participants and build participant's self-esteem through
positive interactions.Actively engage assigned participants at all
times.Plan and initiate age-appropriate free time
activities.Communicate participant and programmatic needs with the
Activity Specialist, and Program Manager.Remain knowledgeable and
communicate effectively about the individual needs of all
participants within the program.Adhere to all established behavior
plans and/or protocols for assigned participants.Complete daily
logs for assigned participants.Submit all documentation within the
required timeframes (i.e., timesheets, logs, etc.)Immediately
inform supervisor of any abnormal marks, bruises, behaviors, etc
that are observed/displayed by participants.Follow all agency and
program specific policies and procedures.Additional
responsibilities as assigned by the TI Program Manager.Demonstrate
the 5 Core Values of The League (Accountability, Participant Focus,
Quality, Independence and Mutual Respect)Operationalize the mission
of The League for People with Disabilities.
Requirements:
Minimum age of 18.Ability to lift participants up to 50 lbs. in
accordance with established safe lifting procedures.Behavioral
Principles and Strategies, AED, First Aid and CPR within the first
3 months. Educational and/or Experience:Minimum of 100 hours
experience working with people with developmental disabilities,
specifically those with Autism Spectrum Disorder. High School
diploma required, BS in therapeutic recreation or related field
preferred PI183264710
Keywords: The League for People with Disabilities Inc, Baltimore , Support Counselor/TI Instructor, Education / Teaching , Baltimore, Maryland
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