Team Leader - Residential Services

Job Description Team Leader, Disability ServicesSummaryUnder the direct supervision of the Program Director of Disability Services, the Team Leader assist the Program Supervisor in managing all aspects of the programPosition TypeFull Time, Non-ExemptEssential FunctionsAttend Residential meetings (IPP meetings, quarterly meetings, HRC meetings, and staff meetings, etc.) Monitor all documentation weekly (MARS, contact, recreation, grocery receipts, Leave reports, and WEX receipts, etc.)Follow up with the home ensuring that all medication inventories are completed; necessary medications are re-ordered; meds are taken as prescribed and documented correctlyReview all PO's ensuring that all medications prescribed are logged correctlyFollow all procedures as it relates to EZ Labor (clocking in & out, training new staff to clock in & out, reviewing time cards, submitting edit sheets, and payroll adjustments)Provide back-up/weekend coverage as neededAssist Supervisors with paper work as assigned and program errands.Responsible for care of residents unable to report to workSchedule and arrange residential doctor's appointments.Review of active treatment and daily shift communicationsReport critical incidents/significant concerns to supervisorMaintain training requirementsProvide 24 hour on-call supports with weekly rotated on-call shifts.Assist supervisor with maintaining state requirementsProjects and duties as assignedFacilitate staff meetings as neededDuring an emergency or inclement weather, you must coordinate staffing services for individuals served. (Evacuate/Relieve staff upon return from evacuation/shelter in place)Evacuate with Community Living Services consumersProjects duties as assignedMaintain home and monitor health and safety requirements in accordance with state and federal regulationsAttend IPP meetingsAssist Program Director and with maintaining CARF/State requirementsAssist Program Director with implementing QA/QI protocolAssist clients to attend doctor's appointments, as neededProvide staff scheduling in group homesAssist with Supervision of Direct Service Workers and program functionsCMA certification (once requirements are met)Prepare grocery list and complete grocery shopping as neededAttend and participate in pertinent meetingsMaintain required documentation (shift logs, MAR, home visit form, incident, reports, requests for money, etc.)Empower individuals to develop leisure, social and employment skillsAssist program individuals with implantation of service plansAssist and train individuals in performance of activities of daily livingTransport individuals to and from destinationCompetencies1.) Interpersonal Communications2.) Accountability3.) Initiative4.) Time-management5.) Computer Skills6.) Problem-Solving7.) Team-buildingSupervisory ResponsibilityThis position directly assists to supervise residential staff and individuals served. Required Education and ExperienceHigh School diplomaMinimum 1 years' experience working with individuals with developmental disabilitiesSupervision and LeadershipOrganization and Communication SkillsValid driver's licensePhysical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit, use hands, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee can sometimes be exposed to weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Volunteers of America, South Central adheres to the Department of Health guidelines for Covid-19 vaccination protocols of all employees. Any candidate selected for a position may seek exemption from these protocols for medical or religious reasons with a request for exemption form. The Covid-19 protocols, exemption form, and any further information can be requested from Human Resources or the hiring manager.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.