Personal Support Instructor

The Personal Support Instructor (PSI) provides person-centered support services to individuals with developmental disabilities in accordance with Regional Center requirements and each individual's Individual Support Plan (ISP). Rather than serving as a traditional caregiver, the PSI acts as a coach, mentor, and advocate, empowering individuals to develop independent living skills, increase self-determination, and achieve meaningful personal goals. Through teaching, modeling, and positive support, the PSI promotes choice, inclusion, and community integration while ensuring services are delivered in compliance with applicable regulations and agency standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide person-centered instruction and support to help individuals develop independent living, social, communication, and community participation skills.
• Implement and document progress toward individualized goals identified in each person's Individual Support Plan (ISP).
• Utilize positive behavior support strategies and approved behavior plans to promote success and independence.
• Encourage informed choice, self-advocacy, and active participation in daily routines and decision-making.
• Support individuals in accessing and participating in community activities, employment, volunteer opportunities, and recreational programs.
• Teach and model daily living skills such as meal preparation, budgeting, household management, personal care, transportation, and medication self-management, based on each individual's level of independence.
• Administer medications in accordance with physician orders and agency policies while accurately documenting all medication administration in the Medication Administration Record (MAR).
• Complete accurate, timely documentation, including daily service notes, progress reports, incident reports, and other required records in compliance with Regional Center and agency standards.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and supportive environment that promotes dignity, privacy, and individual rights.
• Attend required trainings, meetings, and maintain all certifications necessary to provide services.
• Promptly communicate attendance concerns, emergencies, incidents, or significant changes in an individual's health, behavior, or support needs to supervisors in accordance with agency procedures.
• Provide support during emergencies and crisis situations while following agency protocols and ensuring the health and safety of individuals served.