VOCATIONAL INSTRUCTOR II- F/C - 67055949 PATHWAYS MARIANNA, FL

State of Florida • Marianna, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to provide vocational instruction and supervision in a forensic setting to assist persons served in increasing their knowledge and acquisition of vocational skills.
Supervises and instructs APD/DDDP Work program residents in the development of vocational skills acquisition to refine or retrain individuals in personal vocational development. Ensuring safety, supervision, and security of residents through instructional direction, tracking and monitoring, and adherence to safety guidelines and protocol. Provides continuous monitoring of participants and escorts to related vocational activities. Provides emergency response and reporting of unusual or significant events or behaviors. Monitors the appropriate use of tools, supplies, and equipment to maximize safety and security, and inventory items after every use. Maintains tool control for all work sites.
Provides classroom instruction related to increasing knowledge of vocational skills and safety measures. Provides information to assist individuals with disabilities in making informed choices regarding services, service providers, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes.
Evaluates job performance and progress. Models and teaches behavior appropriate to the occupation/vocation, including safety, health, and social skills.
Maintains and conducts inventory of vocational equipment, tools, and supplies. Ensures supplies are ordered as needed and requests replacement or repair of damaged or outdated tools and equipment.
Check equipment routinely for preventive maintenance, safety, and sanitation, and maintains a safe and organized environment.
Conducts time studies and other assessments to identify vocational interests, skills, and abilities of residents in the work program.
Plans and develops individualized vocational programs. Plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
Prepares necessary paperwork such as individual progress reports, program data sheets, timesheets, skills assessments, and other reports as needed. Complete monthly inventory reports.
Attends all staff meetings and/or professional development courses. Maintains all required training.
Other duties as required.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or its equivalent and two years of experience in the occupational area being taught, as defined by the employing agency.
• College education from an accredited institution or vocational/technical training in the occupational area being taught, as defined by the employing agency, can substitute at the rate of 30 semester, 45 quarter or 720 classroom hours for each year of the required experience.
• Experience as described above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of one of the allied health field disciplines or one of the rehabilitative sciences.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication.
• Knowledge of a skilled vocation such as industrial arts, shoe repair or general maintenance.
• Skill in performing a skilled vocation such as industrial arts, shoe repair or general maintenance.
• Ability to work in a training capacity with people in individual and group settings.
• Ability to collect, record and evaluate data relating to the training of individuals.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records and other instructional materials.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to speak clearly and correctly to individuals and groups.
• Ability to listen effectively.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to vocational instruction.
• Certification in the agency-approved crisis prevention and intervention program is required.
• Incumbent is required to submit to pre-employment TB screening and on an annual on-going basis as prescribed by DDDP.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee and/or resident information.
• Incumbents will be required to spend a minimum of 75% of work time performing duties that involve direct contact with residents in a secure forensic facility.
• This position requires lifting, pulling, and squatting.

Responsibilities

• Provide vocational instruction and supervision in a forensic setting.
• Supervise and instruct APD/DDDP Work program residents in the development of vocational skills.
• Ensure safety, supervision, and security of residents.
• Provide continuous monitoring of participants and escorts to related vocational activities.
• Provide emergency response and reporting of unusual or significant events or behaviors.
• Monitor the appropriate use of tools, supplies, and equipment.
• Maintain tool control for all work sites.
• Provide classroom instruction related to increasing knowledge of vocational skills and safety measures.
• Evaluate job performance and progress.
• Model and teach behavior appropriate to the occupation/vocation, including safety, health, and social skills.
• Maintain and conduct inventory of vocational equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Check equipment routinely for preventive maintenance, safety, and sanitation.
• Conduct time studies and other assessments to identify vocational interests, skills, and abilities of residents.
• Plan and develop individualized vocational programs.
• Prepare necessary paperwork such as individual progress reports, program data sheets, timesheets, skills assessments, and other reports as needed.
• Attend all staff meetings and/or professional development courses.
• Maintain all required training.

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com).
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers.
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED