What are the responsibilities and job description for the Life Skills Educator position at Little Friends Inc?
At Little Friends, Inc., we are dedicated to empowering individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities to thrive in their community. As a Life Skills Trainer, you will play a vital role in providing lifelong opportunities for growth and development.
">Schedule
- Monday - Friday: 2 pm - 10 pm (40 hours)
- Thursday - Saturday: 10 pm - 8 am (30 hours)
Responsibilities:
- You will provide training, assistance, and supervision to individuals receiving care in the areas of living skills, therapeutic recreation, and other forms of assistance in both residential and community settings.
- You will assist with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, and medication administration.
- You will facilitate the working relationships between others and individuals served and support community involvement by accompanying them on outings or providing transportation to work or other activities.
- You will be working closely with other team members to support the therapeutic and behavioral plans in place for the individuals we support.
Requirements:
- HS diploma/GED required (bachelor's in Psychology, Social Work, or other Human Services fields preferred)
- Minimum age 21 with valid IL driver's license and auto insurance required
- Reliable transportation and good driving record (No more than 2 moving violations in the last 5 years)
- Must be able to complete background checks and physicals
- At least 1 year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
