What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor - Small Group Employment position at Barber National Institute?
As an Instructor in the Small Group Employment Program (SGE) at the Barber National Institute, you will play a key role in preparing individuals with disabilities for successful job placement. You’ll provide pre-employment training, develop job skills, and foster positive work habits while supporting individuals in a variety of employment settings. This position requires strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to adapt to diverse work environments.
What You’ll Bring:
Our benefits are created with YOU in mind.
Healthcare
The Barber National Institute is a non-profit committed to its mission of providing the highest quality services for children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities or behavioral health challenges and their families. Since our founding in 1952, we have evolved into a multi-faceted organization serving more than 6,200 individuals annually with a wide range of educational, vocational, residential and behavioral health programs.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact HR. EOE
What You’ll Bring:
- Strong leadership and communication skills to train and support staff.
- A proactive and adaptable approach to problem-solving in dynamic job environments.
- A focus on safety, well-being, and the professional development of individuals.
- The ability to work collaboratively with a team while also taking initiative.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or five years of experience in the field.
- Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license (required, as driving is part of the role).
- Pre-hire Clearances: State Police Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Clearance (if you have not lived in PA for the past 2 years).
- Knowledge of regulatory and programmatic requirements for individuals receiving employment support services.
- Experience in training and coaching individuals with disabilities.
- Providing on-the-job training and coaching individuals in small group employment settings.
- Supervising individuals to support the development of functional skills and work habits.
- Assisting in the creation and implementation of individualized employment plans.
- Monitoring health and safety concerns and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Training and mentoring SGE Associate Instructors and other support staff.
- Tracking and reviewing attendance, payroll, and billing documentation for accuracy.
- Overseeing work site operations to ensure quality service and customer satisfaction.
- Developing adaptive training materials and instructional techniques tailored to individual needs.
- Participating in hiring and training of new employees within the program.
- Maintaining clear and thorough documentation of individual progress and program activities.
Our benefits are created with YOU in mind.
Healthcare
- Highmark Medical and Mental Health
- Free Delta Dental Coverage
- Free Davis Vision Coverage
- Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
- Teladoc Virtual Health
- 401K Retirement Savings option
- On-Demand Pay
- Employee Referral Bonus program
- Student Loan Forgiveness
- College Scholarship & Tuition Discounts
- Employee Discounts
- Free Life Insurance
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- LifeSolutions Employee Assistance Program
- Erie Campus*- discounted on-site weekday childcare
- Employee discounts for select events and services
The Barber National Institute is a non-profit committed to its mission of providing the highest quality services for children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities or behavioral health challenges and their families. Since our founding in 1952, we have evolved into a multi-faceted organization serving more than 6,200 individuals annually with a wide range of educational, vocational, residential and behavioral health programs.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact HR. EOE
