GROUP LIVING LEAD

About the role

The Group Living Lead is responsible for overseeing the operations of the assigned department, including administration, operations, and programming. They also perform various administrative tasks for the home.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the initial and ongoing training of Direct Support Professionals.
• Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the home.
• Monitors the maintenance needs of the home and vehicle if applicable and completes Sys-aids as necessary.
• Administers the home’s petty cash funds.
• Coordinates purchasing of supplies and groceries for the home and manages credit card use, within established budgetary constraints for the department.
• Mainters the cleanliness and appearance of the home.
• Monitors the census of the home.
• Assures the documentation of laundry hours for the home.
• Monitors compliance with all licensing, regulatory, and accreditation standards.
• Participates as a member of each individual support team and attends Annual and Semi-Annual meetings.
• Monitors the completion of all ACCEL documentation pertaining to goals and objectives.
• Monitors implementation of Individual Support Plans and Behavior Support Plans.
• Monitors the implementation of each individual’s daily schedule.
• Works with day program to resolve day-to-day issues of individuals.
• Affirms appropriate documentation of Program Plans.
• Affords assistance in the completion of annual assessments.
• Maintains the health care needs of each individual.
• Maintains the financial needs of each individual and assures needs are met.
• May be required to work in a direct support capacity as necessary.
• Provides a positive environment for individuals served that allows for learning and enjoyment of activities.
• Completes all doctor appointments and assures all doctor appointments to assure ISDH requirements are being met.
• Provides day coverage when clients are home sick from day program.
• Provides consistent meaningful activities.
• Encourages individuals to be as independent as possible in their daily routine and takes advantage of every opportunity to teach.
• Initiates activities and encourages individuals to participate in activities.
• Teaches individuals in the areas of house cleaning, household maintenance, grocery shopping, and nutritious meal preparation and clean up, personal grooming and bathing, toileting, dressing, etc.
• Implements goals and objectives as identified in the Individual Support Plan and implements Behavior Support Plans.
• Actively listens to individuals and encourages them to express their personal preferences.
• Identifies the personal interests of individuals.
• Affords assistance with positioning, transferring and personal care of individuals.
• Transports individuals to community outings and activities such as church, dances, etc.
• Assures appropriate documentation of Program Plans.
• Serves as an advocate for individuals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, some college education preferred.
• Two years of general supervisory experience required.
• Two years of experience in direct programming for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• CPR, First Aid and Medication Administration Certification required (or the ability to obtain certification).
• No evidence of criminal activity involving a dependent population or any violent criminal activity.
• Possess the physical ability to lift individuals using one man lift procedures. Must be able to assist up to 50 lbs.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Good organizational and time management skills, as well as good problem-solving skills.
• Work well with others, demonstrate initiative and flexibility.
• A strong sense of confidentiality, knowledge of community services, and good judgment are essential.
• Ability to make decisions under pressure and adapt to stressful situations quickly and effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with a variety of individuals.