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Program

Vocational Services – Specific Vocational Site

Job Scope

Under the general direction of the Vocational Supervisor, the Program Instructor is responsible for ensuring the provision of quality supports and services to clients and for the daily business operations of the workplace in accordance with the mission, vision, policies and Code of Conduct of Shelburne Association Supporting Inclusion.

Qualifications Criteria

• Human Services Diploma, Res/Voc Diploma or equivalent in training or experience
• A Police Records Check
• Completed application form
• Must meet minimum standards of the Dept. of Community Services
• Experience working with persons with disabilities
• Hold a valid drivers license and have access to a reliable vehicle

 Reports to

• Vocational Supervisor

 Probationary Period

• Hours equivalent to nine months of active employment for full time
• 1440 hours of active employment for part time

 Duties and Responsibilities

Programming/Training

·        To support and assist clients in skill development in all of the departments within the vocational sites

·        To ensure a holistic approach to client services including but not limited to: freedom of individuality, freedom of choice, leisure needs, personal hygiene and appearance, physical and mental health, relationships, social skills, spiritual needs, skill development, and community access

·        To assist in the development and realization of individual vocational plan for clients that focus on their work and life goals

·        To be available to the clients to guide, assist support, reinforce, encourage, lead and provide constructive feedback in any of their day to day activities when required or needed

·        To encourage good client morale and to assist in maintaining an atmosphere that is warm, supportive and respectful

·        To assist clients with accessing community resources and developing skills in community awareness

Production/Business

• To ensure a high quality of customer service in all commercial activities
• To assist with purchases, ordering, etc. for business operations
• To assist with on-going maintenance of vocational site
• To present business needs to Supervisor
• To assist with marketing and promotion of commercial activities

 Other

• To ensure all communication within the workplace is maintained in a manner which enhances professionalism and confidentiality
• To follow all Health & Safety Practices/Policies of the workplace
• To communicate any concerns/questions directly to the Supervisor and/or Program Coordinator
• To be aware of the Fire Drill/Emergency procedures of the vocational site
• To ensure completion of all necessary documentation within the workplace
• To be familiar with policies and information as outlined in the Vocational Programs Information Handbook