Vocational Training Instructor (Full Time)

Description VOCATIONAL TRAINING INSTRUCTOR CHARACTERISTICS OF WORK The primary responsibilities include the preparation of daily living/work activities and other duties providing for a smooth work training environment for developmentally disabled adults. This position may require operation of a bus or van to transport consumers to and from the day treatment programs.

EXAMPLES OF RESPONSIBILITIES Maintains documentation as evidence that all duties are completed in accordance with program requirements contained in the Mississippi Department of Mental Health Operational Standards. Maintains proper training, continuing education, qualifications, and other certifications required for this position as written in the Mississippi Department of Mental Health Operational Standards.

Represents Region 8 and Region 8 Administration in a positive manner at all times both internally and externally. Always leads by example and is a positive role model for coworkers. Provides supervision, training, instruction and assistance to consumers with intellectual and developmental disabilities on a daily basis in areas of living skills, pre-vocational skills and work training.

Inspects, inventories and maintains equipment and supplies used in assigned areas. Makes estimates of time and materials required for assigned work area. Transports consumers with intellectual and developmental disabilities to and from the center to home and planned activities as needed. Performs routine paperwork and documentation as assigned.

All other duties as assigned by Supervisors.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or General Education Development equivalency required. Must pass a criminal background check. Must have a valid Mississippi Driver’s license. REPORTING SUPERVISOR Intellectual and Developmental Disability Site Coordinator, Intellectual and Developmental Disability Coordinator, Clinical Directors POSITIONS SUPERVISED None