Work Support Instructor - Lawn Care Services

Job Title

The Work Supports Instructor I (WSI I) is responsible for supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities in all areas of vocational development, as outlined in each individual's Individual Support Plan (ISP). The WSI I assists the WSI Supervisor, Documentation Specialist, and Program Manager and/or Assistant Program Manager in the planning, organization, delivery, and evaluation of vocational supports offered through the Babcock Center's Vocational Supports Division.

The Work Supports Instructor I (WSI I) is expected to foster and maintain cooperative and professional working relationships with colleagues, contributing to a positive and productive team environment. Additionally, the Work Supports Instructor I (WSI I) must represent the Babcock Center in a professional manner when engaging with individuals supported, their families, agency partners, community members, and the general public.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Identifies Individual Vocational Goals: Learns and understands the vocational desires, goals, and needs of each supported individual served.
2. Understands Personal Outcome Measures (POMs): Develops and maintains a thorough knowledge of Personal Outcome Measures, as defined by The Council on Quality and Leadership, and applies them to vocational supports.
3. Provides Individualized Vocational Support: Delivers and documents tailored supports to help each supported individual achieve their desired vocational outcomes.
4. Supports Skill Development: Assists supported individuals in completing contracts and developing job skills, community integration skills, and other competencies essential for successful work experiences.
5. Assists in Production Goals: Supports the supervisor in meeting daily, weekly, or monthly production targets.
6. Implements Alternative Vocational Activities: Uses creativity to design and implement alternative work-related activities that enhance vocational outcomes, as directed by the supervisor.
7. Monitors Work Quality and Quantity: Aids the supervisor in ensuring that all work meets quality standards and contractual requirements.
8. Offers Diverse Vocational Opportunities: Uses a variety of vocational activities and environments to help supported individuals progress toward their vocational goals.
9. Promotes Inclusion and Choice: Ensures all supported individuals have equal opportunity and choice to participate vocational tasks.
10. Participates in Meetings and Trainings: Attends and actively contributes to staff meetings and required in-service training sessions.
11. Performs Other Duties as Assigned: Completes additional tasks as directed by supervisors to support program success.

II. Documentation Responsibilities

1. Documents ISP Progress: Accurately, legibly, and promptly documents progress toward each supported individual's Individual Support Plan (ISP) goals.
2. Daily Progress Recording: Records daily updates on each supported individual's vocational goal progress as outlined in their ISP.
3. Completes Relevant Assessments: Conducts and maintains necessary assessments related to work performance and ISP development.
4. Maintains Required Documentation: Ensures all accountability documentation required by the ISP is completed and maintained for each supported individual.
5. Reports Production Data: Accurately reports production figures, including service categories, units, and wages.
6. Incident and Accident Reporting: Completes all incident, accident, and injury reports in accordance with agency policy and timelines.
7. Vehicle Documentation: Maintains and submits vehicle maintenance and mileage logs as scheduled, if applicable.
8. Punctual Reporting: Reports to the assigned work site on time, prepared to carry out scheduled responsibilities.

Medication Responsibilities

1. Assists individuals supported with the administration of medications as prescribed by their physician.
2. Accurately documents all medication administrations in the Therap Health section on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) immediately after each dose is given.
3. Ensures all medications are securely stored in a locked container at all times.
4. Immediately reports any medication-related concerns or errors (e.g., shortages, changes, improper labeling, missed doses) to the WSI Supervisor or Program Manager.

IV. Safety/Standards Responsibilities

1. Complies with all health, safety and security procedures and regulations.
2. Ensures compliance with all Babcock Center policies and procedures.
3. Maintains care in the handling and maintenance of supplies, materials, and equipment.
4. Demonstrates knowledge of basic Department of Labor (DOL) standards (minimum wages).
5. Demonstrates knowledge of basic licensing and day program standards as developed by the Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (OIDD).

V. Budgetary Responsibilities

1. Utilizes agency resources in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
2. Identifies and recommends opportunities for improved resource utilization.

Working Conditions

The Work Supports Instructor I (WSI I) is expected to work 40 hours per week, typically eight hours per day, primarily between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., or longer as needed. Flexibility in scheduling may be required based on program or operational needs. This is a non-exempt position. Work may involve outdoor environments, the use of heavy machinery and tools, and occasional evening and weekend hours.

Supervision

The Work Supports Instructor I report directly to the Work Supports Instructor Supervisor. In the absence of the assigned Supervisor, supervision may be provided by the appointed WSI I staff member, Program Manager, or Assistant Program Manager.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

1. Must be at least 18 years of age.
2. High school diploma or equivalent required.
3. Possess a valid South Carolina driver's license with a good driving record.
4. Must maintain approved driving privileges through the Babcock Center.