FACILITY SERVICES AIDE

Park Lawn; Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO / Holiday pay

Life insurance (accidental, basic, and

FSA / LPFSA (child up to 13 or with a/

Job summary

Park Lawn is seeking a dedicated supervisor to oversee Direct Support Professionals and ensure adherence to resident plans. You will coordinate shifts, accompany participants to appointments, and document progress and incidents while maintaining professional relationships with families and partners.

With responsibilities spanning medication administration and activity budgeting, you will help deliver compassionate care in the Park Lawn Home setting and support team outcomes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year experience working with persons with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities.
• No disqualifying events on criminal background check.
• No disqualifying events on Health Care Workers Registry.
• Pass pre-employment physical, drug and alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Direct DSP staff in implementation of resident's Plan and document training data.
• Coordinate scheduling and staff coverage; evenings and weekends as directed.
• Coordinate transportation to medical appointments and activities.
• Ensure timely documentation of emergency drills.
• Administer medications per physician's order and document in MAR.
• Manage resident activity funds and petty cash per Park Lawn procedures.
• Support residents, guardians and other service providers as instructed.

Skills

Computer skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Human Services

Tools

Word

Excel

Email

Job description

SALARY: $22.30 PER HOUR - Non- Exempt
DEPARTMENT: Residential - Park Lawn Home

Benefits

• (PTO) PAID TIME OFF / HOLIDAY PAY
• Accident, Basic Life, Voluntary Life, Critical Illness, FSA, LPFSA (for your child up to the age of 13 or disabled)
• Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability
• Transit
• 403(b) with match
• New Hires are eligible for Holiday pay upon start.
• Benefit eligible in 30 days

BENEFITS VARIES BASED ON EMPLOYMENT STATUS (F.T OR P.T)

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; Associate Degree in Human Services preferred
• One year experience working with persons with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities.
• One yearsupervisory experience (preferred)
• No disqualifying events on criminal background check
• No disqualifying events on Health Care Workers Registry
• Pass pre-employment physical, drug and alcohol test

BASIC FUNCTION:

Assist Program Manager in supervision of assigned staff and compliance with Park Lawn policies and procedures. Participate in and direct staff in the implementation of the outcomes identified in the Personal Plans. Coordinate shift coverage of DSPs assigned to the Park Lawn Home. Provide role modeling to Direct Support Persons in effective program implementation, support and advocacy of the participants within the program. Drive individuals to medical appointments, shopping, and activities within guidelines and procedures of the Park Lawn Home.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Pass DSP classroom and OJT program approved by Illinois DHS
• Pass medication training class
• Pass literacy competency test at 8th grade level
• Understand written and oral English Language
• Record observations in participants' files
• Write legible, clear, and accurate observations in standard English
• Lift 50 pounds without assistance
• Stand, sit, walk, reach, grip, bend and lift as assessed by job analysis screening
• Remain free of alcohol and/or illegal substance use while working;
• Become CPR/1st Aid certified and remain certified throughout employment
• Proficiency in working with basic computer programs (Word, Excel, email, etc.)

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct DSP staff in implementation of resident's Plan including: Recording behavioral observations and participant training data as indicated by the participant's Plan. This includes documentation of programs implemented; documentation and communication of participant physical, social, and emotional needs; documentation of participant behaviors through observation, behavior incident reports and behavior program implementation. Ensure that participants' Plans and related activities are implemented fully to realize their desired outcomes. Assist in the completion of recreational schedules and programs, while meeting the participant's individual needs.
• Receive staff call offs when Manager is not available; arrange for staff coverage consistent with Park Lawn procedures; change personal work schedule to work shifts if coverage cannot be obtained. Maintain a work schedule to include evenings and weekend shifts as directed by the Manager.
• Coordinate scheduling of and drive participants to medical appointments, shopping, and activities within guidelines and procedures of Park Lawn.
• Ensure accurate and timely implementation and documentation of emergency drills.
• Administer medications per physician's order (as indicated on MAR) and document the same in the record. Escort and advocate for participants on medical appointments, including emergencies. Ensure medical paperwork and new orders are forwarded to the RN/T and Manager.
• Ensure resident's activity money and petty cash is appropriately spent and accounted for in accordance with Park Lawn procedures.
• Provide other services and assistance to participants, guardians and community as instructed by supervisory and administrative staff. Maintain cordial and professional relationships with resident's family members and guardian as well other service providers and other Park Lawn personnel.
• Communicate resident incidents, unusual behaviors, and progress toward goals to the Manager. Attend mandatory in-service meetings and trainings.