Direct Care Team Leader

Position Overview

The Team Lead functions as a trainer and mentor to the Direct Support Professionals and Aideswithin their designated program. He/she plans and monitors daily activities and routines and provides ongoing feedback to the Direct Support Professionals and Aides. The Team Leadsupports individuals with disabilities in community-based residential homes and family supportservices. He/she assists individuals with daily living skills development, health and wellnessmanagement, medication administration, behavioral and communication development,personal cares and community involvement. Quality support services are delivered withdignity and respect for each individuals unique needs. The Team Lead advocates for
individuals to be fully integrated into community life.

Essential Job Functions

1. Follows the Individuals Abuse Prevention Plan (IAPP) and Coordinated Service and Support
   Plan (CSSP) Addendum as written for each person.
2. Follows the Health Plans as written for each person and documents appropriately.
3. Displays satisfactory attendance and punctuality.
4. Demonstrates a person-centered attitude and builds positive relationships with the
   individuals supported.
5. Documents day-to-day progress and activities.
6. Promotes health and safety within the program and on Hiawatha Homes properties.
7. Maintains communication with staff, families, and team.
8. Assists House Coordinator in providing oversight of designated program.
9. Other functions as required by the Program.

Minimum Job Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• At least 1 year of Direct Care and/or Residential Services experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED (General Education Diploma) preferred.
• Ability to speak, write, and comprehend the English language.
• Possess a valid driver's license, and a satisfactory motor vehicle record.
• Able to provide proof of employment eligibility and proof of being free from tuberculosis upon hire.
• Successfully pass a State of Minnesota background check.
• Willing and able to work with and support both male and female individuals.

Benefits

• Paid job training.
• Shift differentials.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement plan with employer paid match.
• Health Dental and Vision insurance.
• Short Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• $ 500 sign on bonus paid after 6 months with the organization.

Other

• AM/PM shifts, including every other weekend.
• 72 hours/pay period.
• Weekend Late Night Awake Shift Differential Pay: $1.10/hour

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