Residential Lead Staff

A. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

• Under the direction of the Site Supervisor/Administrator and Director of Residential Services, ensures proper completion of daily assignments and activities.
• Shares responsibilities with Site Supervisor/Administrator.
• Provide leadership and direction to staff and clients to ensure program consistency and focus on individual goals.
• Assumes Site Supervisor/Administrator responsibilities in the absence of the Site Supervisor/Administrator and works under the supervision of the Director of Residential Services.

B. PRIMARY SCHEDULE:

• Five eight-hour shifts per week with a 30-minute on-duty lunch. (Days and hours may vary and include evenings, Holidays, and weekends, and overtime shifts as needed.)

C. SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

• Works under the supervision of the Site Supervisor/Administrator.

D. SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

• Is responsible for supervising staff and individuals with disabilities.

E. QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two years experience providing direct supervision of individuals in a human services delivery system (preferably working with adults with developmental disabilities) including at least one year in a comparable program.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to supervise staff and clients and coordinate daily scheduled activities.
• High School education or equivalent.
• Ability to create and maintain documents using Excel and Word. Overall familiarity with computer programs.
• Ability to be certified in all NVS intervention training including Pro-Act, Behavior Tools, PCM Practitioner Level 2.
• Ability to effectively implement Individual Service Plans (ISP).
• Ability to collaborate effectively and work efficiently with others.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Current California drivers license, with an acceptable DMV printout and insurability, minimum of a 3-year driving history.
• Ability to pass a DOJ criminal background check.
• Ability to pass CPR and First Aid courses.

F. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follows all procedures, policies, and guidelines of North Valley Services.
• Performs general office duties.
• Type letters, memos, and reports.
• Supervises and coordinates staff and clients daily schedules.
• Participates in assigned client scheduled activities.
• Collaborates and works efficiently with others.
• Fills in for Direct Care Staff as needed.
• Implements Individual Service Plans (ISP) and follows behavior plans (teaching skills and coping techniques).
• Accompanies clients to medical/personal appointments as needed.
• Completes injury reports, and forwards to administrator.
• Maintain client files.
• Complete client MARs, and complete daily checks.
• Assist and support clients to develop strategies, to make informed choices, and follow through with responsibilities to achieve desired lifestyle.
• Assists clients with personal care needs as required (i.e. toileting, showering, washing hands brushing teeth, etc.)
• Provides transportation services (buses and/or vans) and assists individuals on and off vehicles as needed.
• Performs daily documentation according to program guidelines.
• Administer and follow all policies and procedures when administering medications.
  • Shadows newly med-trained staff during first 2 medication passes and documents completion log.
• Maintain awareness of the clients ongoing health, mental, emotional, and self-care needs.
• Support clients with banking, budgeting, bill paying, and receipt keeping.
• Assist clients to become a valued member of the community.
• Ensures quality and regulatory compliance.
• Performs monthly safety inspections and meetings.
• Ensures compliance with the Illness Injury Prevention Program (IIPP).
• Participates in agency-sponsored training as required.
• Assists filling in at other programs as needed.
• Presents and maintains a positive and professional attitude and demeanor.
• Additional duties as assigned, including filling in at other sites or departments as needed.

G. PHYSICAL DUTIES:

• May have prolonged sitting.
• May have prolonged use of a computer.
• May have prolonged use of a phone.
• May have prolonged driving.
• May have prolonged standing.
• May lift up to 30 pounds.
• May assist in lifting clients.
• Ability to bend, twist, stoop, kneel.