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In Flight Success Academy

for Independent Living (I-SAIL)

In Flight, Inc. is committed to delivering a customized modular training and education program to promote and support self-direction and achievement of personal aspirations for employment, an improved cultural life and a fulfilling social life; along with experience with commuting, keeping house and the daily chores and responsibilities of living independently. Through I-SAIL, IDD individuals will be encouraged to self-manage and develop social skills needed for community and employment integration.

I-SAIL is designed to concentrate on what is important to the individual and their personal goals; to focus on building skills, relationships and natural supports which have as their outcome, the individual’s integration into community life coupled with a well-developed circle of support.

I-SAIL will include collaborations with other organizations within the community and cater to a diverse range of ages and abilities including:

• Mature adults with I/DD who have been living in IRAs

• Younger adults in 20s and 30s with I/DD living in their family’s home

• Youth with I/DD transitioning out of high school

There is a need for social management training, behavioral rehearsal, self-reinforcement, problem-solving training, and assertiveness training. We plan to provide concentration on this type of social skills training in order to help our candidates overcome difficulties in performing valued adult roles and the negative impacts of functional limitations on expressing behaviors needed for success in community based settings.

I-SAIL CURRICULUM

Life Skills

1. Personal Hygiene-hand washing, tooth brushing, hygiene manners, privacy, bodily functions

2. Housekeeping-dusting, vacuuming, sweeping and mopping, using cleaning supplies,

3. Communication-conversation, how do I tell people what I want?, how do I tell people what I don't want?, interpreting what people say, criticism, body language

4. Functional Academics-coin & paper money identification, calculator use, number recognition, telling time, using a computer

5. Community Integration-meeting new people, cultural events-museums, shows, music, what’s to do in the community, joining clubs, religious institutions

6. Health-maintaining good health, exercise, going to the doctor, taking medication, what to do when you are sick

7. Laundry-separating clothes, loading the washer, machine settings, soap and bleach, loading the dryer, folding clothes

8. Cooking-healthy eating choices, meal prep, following a recipe, kitchen safety, measuring ingredients

9. Bill Paying- budgeting, check writing, needs vs. wants, saving money, using banks, Debit/Credit cards

10. Grocery Shopping- meal planning, nutrition shopping, reading a nutrition label, shopping sales/weekly ad

11. Travel Training-using public transportation, planning a trip, reading a map, schedules, appropriate behavior

12. Personal Safety- know your address & phone number, safety awareness, what is an emergency, fire safety, calling 911

13. Socialization Skills- manners in the community & home, taking turns, following rules, getting along with others, compromise, greeting people, stress, relaxation,

14. Sexuality-relationships vs. friendships, communicating with your partner, anatomy, sexual feelings and attraction, decision making about sex, public vs. private interactions, challenges in a relationship, safe sex

15. Advocate Training-for families-assistance in available programs, transitioning from home to community, available services, OPWDD’s Front Door

Pre-Employment Skills Not Included in SEMP

1. Interest Assessment-help I-SAIL participants to gain an understanding of their needs, interests and values, and to assess their skills and experiences that will help them in gaining employment.

2. Before the Interview-building a resume, job search, applying for a job, completing an application, dress for success

3. Interviewing-do’s and don’ts of interviewing, practice interviews

4. Job Skills/Tasks-following directions, punctuality and attendance, reaction to supervisor, concentration, your work area, organization

5. Time Management-getting to work on time, completing assignments, asking for help, scheduling time off, using a calendar

6. Dealing with coworkers- conflict on the job, teamwork, talking with your supervisor, socializing on the job

7. Inclusion in Pathways to Employment- is a person-centered employment planning and support service that provides assistance for individuals to obtain, maintain or advance in competitive employment or self-employment

8. Enrolling in SEMP- provides the supports individuals need to obtain and maintain paid competitive jobs in the community.

The following positions are available in our I-SAIL Program:

Program Manager
Job Coach/Employment Specialists

See our Employment page to fill out an application.