Residential Program Specialist ReDCo
Company: ReDCo Group
Location: Temple
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
Are you interested in working with a company that values people
and has a passion for service? Do you want to become part of an
organization that cares about your personal and professional
growth? If you have answered YES to these questions, then you
should consider working for The ReDCo Group!
The ReDCo Group, is one of the largest providers of accessible,
outcome-based behavioral/mental health and intellectual
disabilities services in the state of Pennsylvania. At The ReDCo
Group, we deliver exceptional value by creating healthier
communities through the work of exceptional people. Our more than
700 employees provide the highest-quality home- and community-based
human services in 9 counties in the state of Pennsylvania.
SUMMARY: The Site Supervisor is responsible for the direct care of
the residents. The Site Supervisor will implement the teaching of
daily living skills through the use of goal plans for each
resident. This individual will function as a team leader and will
be responsible for the supervision and provision of direct care to
residents of the ICF/MR and the personal daily living needs of
specific ICF/MR residents. Work is performed according to specific
ICF/MR guidelines and is carried out under the supervision of the
Division Director.
RESPONSIBILITES: Supervises social and recreational activities
provided for the residents.
Assists with orientation and ongoing training of Resident Care
Advisors under the direction of the QMRP.
Acts as a role model for personnel in regard to interaction with
residents, families, and community agencies.
Acts as liaison between direct care staff and facility
administration.
Supervises direct care staff.
Attends staff meetings to review facility operation procedures and
policy implementations.
Assists staff with proper implementation of resident goals and
behavior plan to ensure residents are maximizing individual
potential.
Provides supervision and guidance for the personal care needs of
the residents of the facility.
Provides transportation to day programming and to social activities
as needed.
Ensures conformity to the regulations governing the residential
unit so that the unit is clean, safe, and secure at all times.
Assists the residents in learning new skills in the facility, which
are appropriate to their strengths, needs, and functional
level.
Prepares progress notes and other reports as required by the
residents individual training plans. These reports are reviewed and
approved by the QMRP.
Ensures that the direct care staff report medical symptoms to the
appropriate medical personnel.
Communicates progress of the residents in their programming to the
Division Director and to the residents family.
Provides direction and counseling so that facility personnel can
deal more effectively with job responsibilities.
Participates in the development and implementation of IHPs designed
to improve the social and self-help skills of the residents.
Responds appropriately to emergency situations and follows through
with proper documentation.
Provides on call services to facility on a scheduled basis via the
QMRP.
Ensures that the residents have adequate supplies of clothing and
personal items.
Communicates with other staff concerning the residents care orally
and through the communication log.
Serves on various committees if elected or appointed.
Attends staff meetings as required.
This position includes supervising all third shift staff.
The management person assigned to third shift and a rotation of all
3 shifts, as deemed appropriate by the facility director, is
responsible for supervising direct care staff to ensure that
policies and procedures are followed and also that required
documentation is completed.
Prepares monthly reports for all consumers including cash on hand,
monthly goal reports, and behavioral data tracking reports among
various others.
Prepares and facilitates quarterly IHP meetings, behavioral
reviews, and monthly staff meetings.
Interviews and trains newly hired staff members.
Actively manage not only staffing needs/concerns, but also manage
all facility needs to ensure compliance with ICF regulations and
Department of Health expectations.
Performs other related duties as deemed necessary by the Division
Director.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the
accepted policies and procedures of the ICF/MR Program.
Ability to implement goal plans and guidelines in an effective and
organized manner.
Ability to demonstrate the skills and techniques necessary to
implement the individual habitation program plans for each
resident.
Demonstrates skills and techniques necessary to manage the
inappropriate behaviors of residents, and the ability to teach
these techniques to direct care staff.
Ability to teach skills to staff and to residents.
Relates in a positive manner to ICF/MR residents.
Ability to supervise residents effectively.
Ability to respect resident rights and to relate to them in an
empathetic manner.
Ability to maintain composure in an emergency situation and to
guide staff in appropriate actions.
Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively and
appropriately within the established lines of authority.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with
staff, supervisors, families, consultants and the public.
QUALIFICATIONS: Residential Program Supervisors must be at least 18
years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Additional education and five years experience in the human
services field is preferred.
Individuals selected for this position must be responsible,
trustworthy, and possess the ability to relate to both residents
and staff in a positive and cooperative manner. This position must
be able to function as part of a team and give guidance and
direction in a positive manner.
The ReDCo Group is committed to creating the best possible work
environment for our team members and offers the following total
rewards package: $18.00-$21.09
PTO
Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision including a Health Savings Account
Health, Dependent and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts
Basic and Optional Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse and/or
Dependents
401k
Training,g Education Credits for licensure requirements
Opportunities for advancement! As we grow, you grow with us!
Development and Continuin
**This position involves scheduling hours in order to be available
to supervise all three shifts as deemed appropriate by the Division
Director. Hours must be scheduled as needed to meet the residents
needs and for in-service training and meetings.
The ReDCo Group is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment
to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender,
national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity,
disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic.
Compensation: $18.00 - $21.09 per hour We are an equal opportunity
employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or
any other characteristic protected by law.
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