What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trainer of Independent Living Skills (ILST) position at Alliance Services for TBI, Inc?
Job Overview
Join our dynamic team as an Independent Living Skills Trainer (ILST), where you will play a pivotal role in empowering individuals with disabilities to achieve greater independence within their communities. This position entails providing instruction in essential life skills, including budgeting, grocery shopping, home maintenance, pre-vocational training, cognitive remediation, problem-solving, medication management, and self-care skills. Each session typically lasts between 2 to 4 hours, tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients.
Key Responsibilities
This role offers valuable opportunities for professional development, enabling you to enhance your specialized skills in assessment and treatment planning within the field of independent living support.
Company Culture And Values
Our organization is dedicated to fostering a supportive and empowering work environment. We prioritize collaboration, diversity, and the personal growth of our team members.
Networking And Professional Opportunities
By joining our team, you will have the chance to grow your professional network, engage in collaborative efforts, and participate in ongoing skill enhancement initiatives.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Join our dynamic team as an Independent Living Skills Trainer (ILST), where you will play a pivotal role in empowering individuals with disabilities to achieve greater independence within their communities. This position entails providing instruction in essential life skills, including budgeting, grocery shopping, home maintenance, pre-vocational training, cognitive remediation, problem-solving, medication management, and self-care skills. Each session typically lasts between 2 to 4 hours, tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver personalized training in independent living skills to clients.
- Conduct functional assessments to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Monitor client progress and adjust plans as necessary to ensure effective outcomes.
- Collaborate with team members to provide comprehensive support and service delivery.
- Travel between clients as assigned across Nassau and Suffolk Counties, the five boroughs of New York City, and the Lower Hudson Valley.
- Proficiency in conducting functionally based assessments.
- Expertise in developing and implementing comprehensive treatment plans.
- Strong ability to teach and guide individuals with disabilities towards functional independence.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and adaptability in various situations.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for client travel.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with a minimum of two years of experience, or an Associate’s degree with three years of experience in a similar role.
- Demonstrated experience in conducting functional assessments and crafting treatment plans.
- A solid background in supporting individuals with disabilities is essential.
This role offers valuable opportunities for professional development, enabling you to enhance your specialized skills in assessment and treatment planning within the field of independent living support.
Company Culture And Values
Our organization is dedicated to fostering a supportive and empowering work environment. We prioritize collaboration, diversity, and the personal growth of our team members.
Networking And Professional Opportunities
By joining our team, you will have the chance to grow your professional network, engage in collaborative efforts, and participate in ongoing skill enhancement initiatives.
Employment Type: Full-Time
