Client Trainer - Generations

JOB TITLE: Client Trainer - Generations Group    

REPORTS TO: Program Director                         

FLSA: Non-exempt ☒Fulltime / ☐ Part Time

REVISION DATE: September 2025

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Client Trainer – Generations Group is responsible for facilitating community-based activities and skill development opportunities that enhance clients’ social, educational, recreational, and employment growth. This position provides hands-on training and support tailored to each client’s Person-Centered Plan, with a focus on fostering independence, communication, movement, and overall well-being. The Client Trainer actively engages clients in meaningful experiences, ensures safety and compliance with agency standards, and promotes inclusion through community integration and resource development.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Lead daily activities, providing direction and support to clients and staff.
• Design and implement curriculum focused on movement, memory, communication, and gross/fine motor skills. 
• Deliver training aligned with each client’s Person-Centered Plan and desired outcomes.
• Understand and apply requirements and technical specifications from funding sources.
• Identify and establish meaningful community resources and volunteer opportunities.
• Transport clients to and from community-based activities.
• Monitor and respond to clients’ interests, strengths, and needs to ensure appropriate support.
• Enforce agency safety protocols and assist in emergency evacuations.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and report incidents to the Program Support Coordinator and Program Director.
• Complete and submit accident/injury reports within 24 hours.
• Maintain daily documentation of client support needs and attendance.
• Provide support in various group sizes: 1:1, 1:2, 1:4, 1:8, and 1:15.
• Assist with personal care tasks as outlined in client plans.
• Uphold client confidentiality at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid driver’s license in good standing 
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen, physical, and TB testing. 
• Ascend Services Insurance Carriers Vehicle Insurability Standards must be met to drive our vehicles or clients in your personal vehicle. 

EDUCATION:         

High School diploma or equivalent. Associates degree in Communication or Social Services field a plus.

EXPERIENCE:

Experience in rehabilitation field.

SKILLS: 

• Strong leadership and organizational skills. 
• Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills. 
• Must demonstrate effective problem-solving skills. 
• You must understand that serving others is a critical component of this position.
• Must be creative, community-minded and energized by a highly diverse and collaborative environment. 
• Knowledge of and experience in computer operations. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITIES:

None

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. with assistance.
• Frequent walking, bending, squatting, twisting, and kneeling required.
• Must be able to safely transfer participants from wheelchairs.