• Ensure the person-centered plan is implemented creatively and innovatively as well as timely. Ensure that staff utilize person-centered and positive approach strategies when supporting individuals receiving services through on-site observation, role modeling and person specific training. Determine ways to implement goals and objectives in the community. Provide initial and on-going assessments, and give input to Team Leader into person-centered plan modifications.
• Participate or ensure appropriate representation in the team meetings with other providers, and natural supports as needed
• Ensure plans are documented effectively and appropriately and updated in a timely fashion.
• Develop an in-depth knowledge of the people supported and their preferences, challenges and daily routines.
• Respond effectively and timely to all incidents following agency policies and procedures.
• Provide leadership, direction and supervision to assigned personnel including floaters and substitute staff. Mentor and monitor performance and implementation of assigned responsibilities by being present during day-to-day activities on all shifts and by unannounced visits. Complete performance evaluations, coaching and counseling and discipline as needed and/or required. Assist in administrative duties such as reviewing time sheets to ensure accuracy and submitting for payroll and necessary payables.
• Develop and initiate a system that provides a means for communication across shifts, divisions and between consultants, professionals, outside agencies, families and management staff.
• Ensure that staffing schedules and daily operations meet the needs of the people being supported. Arrange for supervision of program when away from the program.
• Maintain accurate documentation in handling house petty cash, charges and funds of the people we support. Take responsibility for control of all funds disseminated to staff.
• Ensure residents are included in shopping activities and ensure that expenditures do not exceed budgeted amounts unless authorized.
• Ensure that all required and/or requested reports/documentation are completed. Assist in maintaining the records of the individuals supported. Participate in the coordination and completion of daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual documentation in the EHR and/or medical record.
• Maintain a safe working environment for employees and people receiving services
• Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures and effectively manage a crisis. Participate in on-call coverage as required.
• Demonstrate knowledge of, comply with and ensure supervised staff comply with all agency policies and procedures, as well as state and federal statutes and regulations to specific program areas. • Complete all other relevant responsibilities as assigned by supervisor. • Driving and travel may be required.