Assistant Site Manager -Respite House Position Available In Erie, New York
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Job Description
Assistant Site Manager -Respite House 2.7 2.7 out of 5 stars Tonawanda, NY 14151 Assists the Community Living Managers with day-to-day general management of the Dixon Individualized Residential Alternative (IRA); provides oversite to ensure Direct Support Professionals (DSP) are properly trained and prepared to meet the needs of the individuals served at the IRA. This is a 17 hour per week position, providing support Friday, Saturday and/or Sunday during afternoon/evening shift.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Makes decisions based on the NYS DSP Code of Ethics and Agency’s mission, vision and values and holds team to the same standards; serves as a role model upholding the core behaviors in the Agency’s Living the Mission statement; consistently displays ethical decision making. Promotes Person Centered Planning, considering the dreams and goals of individuals being served using Personal Outcome Measures (POMs) and knowledge of person-centered practices and tools. Assesses ability of skill sets of persons served through observation and monitoring of daily documentation, to determine support needs. Assist with onsite training as well as day to day coaching and mentoring of DSPs in alignment with the NYS Competencies. Assists with staff scheduling and shift assignments to ensure safety and minimum staffing pattern are always met. Responsible for providing ongoing coaching and mentoring for continued growth and development of DSPs. Performs as a DSP as scheduled, including providing transportation to individuals when necessary. Implements SCIP-R when necessary. Stays informed regarding state and OPWDD regulations that impact the health, safety and welfare needs of individuals who receive services in order to best advocate for the person. Evaluates medical needs of persons served through observation and communication with those providing services and communicates such needs to Program Manager and site RN. Reviews all documentation and ensures required documentation for billing is present and accurate by following Residential Habilitation regulations and agency policy and procedures. Responsible for daily management of and compliance with Personally Managed Funds (PMF). Audits weekly needs of the site and individuals, including supplies, maintenance repairs, issues with Agency vehicles, and reports to Program Manager. Responsible for keeping inventory of household items and addressing concerns as they arise. Assists in training staff regarding behavioral plans and interventions. Education and Experience Requirements High School Diploma/GED Six months of Full-Time experience in OPWDD setting. Experience with individuals with challenging behaviors and/or dual diagnosis. Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Knowledge of developmental disabilities. Good oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills. The ability to read and write case notes as well as understand written directions. The ability to self-initiate, organize, schedule, and analyze tasks. Certifications – Must be or become Medication Administration certified. CPR/First Aid certified. Full SCIP-R certified. Be authorized as an Agency Driver by Holding and maintaining a valid NYS Driver’s License. Maintaining an approved driving record according to Agency Policy and Procedure. Physical and Mental Requirements Seeing, hearing, walking, sitting, standing, driving, stooping, bending, carrying, stretching, and climbing stairs as well as the ability to perform all required movements required by the SCIP-R curriculum. Lifting up to fifty (50) pounds. Exercising independent judgment, concentrating, thinking, communicating, interacting with others, managing multiple tasks and coping with stressful situations and deadlines. Staying awake and alert while on duty. Working Conditions Hours worked will be primarily weekend shifts.
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
$21.50 per hour Expected hours: 17 per week
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Paid sick time Paid time off Paid training
Schedule:
Evening shift Every weekend Weekends only Shift availability: Night Shift (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Tonawanda, NY 14151 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Tonawanda, NY 14151: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person