House Coordinator - Ability Plus Inc
Athens, AL
About the Job
Job Summary
- Responsible for the training/supervision of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and the hands-on care and supervision of care of intellectually disabled individuals as directed and outlined in the Person-Centered Plan (PCP), Behavioral Support Plan (BSP), and medical care plan. Typically supervises 1-2 homes with five or fewer individuals served.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Provides oversight and direct care and training/supervision of residents.
- Instruct, supervise, train and support DSPs in the direct care and supervision as required of individuals with an intellectual disability and other developmental disabilities.
- Responsible for the management, coordination, instruction, and monitoring of DSPs.
- Cover shifts in residential homes and able to be ON-CALL.
- Flexibility needed.
- Implement and ensure that staff adhere to Ability Plus policies and procedures, as well as state regulatory policies and procedures.
- Management, coordination, instruction, and monitoring of DSPs in order to meet the goals of HCBS and PCP/BSP.
- Provide on-site management, including requests for routine maintenance of homes, vehicle maintenance, and compliance of health, safety, petty cash, and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in identifying employee training needs.
- Insure that all individuals' medical needs and plans are implemented timely and properly.
- Complete vehicle maintenance as defined for this position.
- Monitor/measure group home operations to insure operational efficiency, quality, service and proper management of resources.
- Evaluate performance of team members for compliance with established policies and objectives of the company and contributions in attaining objectives.
- Oversee residential home operations to include physical facilities, reporting operating and financial performance.
- Develop professional working relationships with all team members.
- Develop supportive relationship with individuals we serve and insure their needs are met.
- Maintain accurate records and reports on a daily basis (to include, but not limited to time & attendance). Review books, logs and complete administrative paperwork in a timely fashion.
- Coordinate all contact with family members.
- Maintain accurate records of staff performance.
- Ensure compliance with established standards and regulations.
- Complete residential responsibilities including: monthly staff schedule, shopping, budget, areas of concentration as directed by QDDP, Program Director, and VP of Operations.
- Carry a cell phone and laptop in order to coordinate and be responsible for emergency coverage within program. Remain all-call as job specification requires to handle and assist in acute and critical situations.
- In coordination with QDDP, keep residential homes appropriately staffed at all times.
- Conduct and take active role in house meetings.
- Monitor staff in-service, Comprehensive Support Services Team, and support group meeting attendance.
- In coordination with API management team, arrange for screening, pre-placement and intake of new consumers, as well as assisting in the transition of discharged individuals supported.
- Carry out directions and other duties as given by the QIDP, Program Director, and/or Human Resources.
Education/Background/Experience
- High School diploma/GED required;
- 2-3 years of experience in direct care with those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
preferred.
- Previous history of management and leadership background strongly preferred.
Additional Requirements
- Requires minimal supervision and a flexible work schedule (including weekends and evenings).
- Communicate effectively with internal and external personnel, verbally and in writing.
- Ability to speak and write English and prepare complete, concise and clear reports.
- Exhibit strong motivational, organization, team building and leadership skills.
- Skill in examining and taking part in the re-engineering of operational procedures.
- Requires minimal supervision and a flexible work schedule (including weekends and evenings).
- Communicate effectively with internal and external personnel, verbally and in writing.
- Ability to speak and write English and prepare complete, concise, and clear reports.
- Exhibit strong motivational, organization, team building, and leadership skills.
- Skill in examining and taking part in the re-engineering of operational procedures.
- Ability to intervene during crisis situations.
- Ability to perform housekeeping duties.
- Ability to motivate teams and simultaneously manage several projects.
- Adequate vision and hearing to be able to supervise clients properly as required.
- Must be at least 19 years of age for employment.
- Must have a social security number.
- Valid U.S. driver's license and acceptable driving record as determined by API's insurance carrier.
- Acceptable background check.
- Maintain active state-required training and certifications
- Must remain alert and awake at a time.
Physical Requirements
- Lifting up to 50 pounds
- Transferring consumers (with or without mechanical lifts)
- Twisting - neck, waist
- Exposure to potential BBP
- Preparing meals
- Bending - Standing - Climbing - Kneeling
- Pushing, e.g., wheelchairs
- Conduct required evacuation drills and other safety training
- In-person interaction is essential for this position.
- In-person interaction is essential for this position.
Source : Ability Plus Inc