Residential Coordinator

Lake Region Corporation; Devils Lake (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Region Corporation in Devils Lake, ND is seeking a Residential Coordinator Supervisor to oversee living programs for people served. You will supervise staff, ensure Health and Safety compliance, manage daily operations, coordinate supports, and promote person-centered planning to help individuals achieve personal outcomes.

This full-time position requires a minimum of two years supervisory experience, a valid driver's license, and willingness to obtain any required certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Certification in developmental disabilities preferred; must be willing to meet certification requirements.
• CPR, AED, First Aid certification preferred.
• Must be able to implement Therapeutic Response Techniques.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs; physical tasks involved.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, and squat frequently.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support people to realize their goals and attain personal outcomes.
• Assist and support people to develop and/or maintain a natural support network.
• Assist and support people to develop and maintain social roles.
• Assist and support people to maintain their health and well-being.
• Assist and support people to utilize their community and its resources.
• Assist and support people to make informed choices in all aspects of their life.
• Assist and support people to live and work in a safe environment.
• Advocate for people with disabilities and model respectful communication.
• Work as a team to complete tasks; be receptive to new ideas and solve problems.
• Provide training and support to help people recognize their rights and self-advocate.
• Maintain confidentiality of information about people served and agency practices.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Valid driver’s license

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Therapeutic Response Techniques

Computer experience

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Certification in developmental disabilities preferred

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Residential Coordinator Supervisor

Reports To: People Served, Chief Financial Officer, Executive Director

Employment Type: Full Time

Essential Requirements:

• A. High school diploma or GED preferred.
• B. Minimum 2 years supervisory experience required.
• C. Valid driver’s license required.
• D. Computer experience preferred.
• E. Certification in developmental disabilities preferred. Must be willing to meet certification requirements for the position.
• F. Must be able to perform CPR, AED, First Aid upon certification.
• G. Must be able to implement Therapeutic Response Techniques.
• H. Must be able to occasionally lift/carry up to 50 lbs. and lift 10 lbs. overhead.
• I. Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, and squat frequently throughout shift.

Major Responsibilities:

• A. Assist and support people to realize their goals and attain personal outcomes.
• B. Assist and support people to develop and/or maintain a natural support network.
• C. Assist and support people to develop and maintain social roles.
• D. Assist and support people to maintain their health and well-being.
• E. Assist and support people to utilize their community and its resources.
• F. Assist and support people to make informed choices in all aspects of their life.
• G. Assist and support people to live and work in a safe environment.
• H. Advocate for people with disabilities and teach members of the community to treat people with dignity and respect by modeling positive attitudes and respectful communication and interactions.
• I. Work as a member of a team to complete tasks as instructed, be receptive to new ideas, and be creative in solving problems. Work cooperatively with respect to all team members and their contributions.
• J. Support people to achieve outcomes by providing opportunities to learn and grow regardless of their disability. Provide training and support to help people recognize their rights and actively self-advocate.
• K. Maintain confidentiality of information about people served, records, personnel practices, internal practices, and the Agency’s business affairs.
• L. Promote teamwork within and between settings and maintain communication channels. Consistently use people first language in all communication.
• M. Provide accurate, unbiased, and consistent documentation relating to training goals and medical/behavioral events on a daily basis.
• N. Display a positive and professional attitude in your interactions with people served, other employees, and other persons with whom your work for Lake Region Corporation brings you into contact.
• O. Consistently incorporate the Agency’s philosophy in daily services that meet state licensure and regulation requirements as well as Agency determined expectations.
• P. Abide by all Lake Region Corporation policies and procedures.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• 1. Work hours assigned. If an emergency (accident, illness, hospitalization, death in family) occurs, notify the Supervisor with as much notice as possible prior to the start of the shift. Will be included in on-call rotation.
• 2. Support, coach, and discipline staff as necessary. Provide orientation training to new staff. Complete evaluations of staff by deadlines. Conduct staff meetings monthly.
• 3. Supervise payroll activities and approve leave. Assure compliance with budgeted hours and minimize the use of overtime. Assure all facility/house expenses are kept with established budgetary guidelines.
• 4. Assure that residential areas comply with Health, Safety, and Agency standards and are modified to meet the needs of individuals. Conduct monthly Environmental Observations to present to the Quality Management Committee.
• 5. Participate in the personal planning process by providing information to the team about what you know to be the dreams and goals, strengths, needs, and preferences of the people you support.
• 6. Assist people to plan, attend, or participate in events and activities of their choice in the community.
• 7. Assist people to manage their finances and protect their personal possessions with no reports that people were prohibited in spending their money as they wish unless defined by the PCSP.
• 8. Assist people to follow recommendations received at medical appointments. Continuously monitor and document health information.
• 9. Attend meetings, in-services, and workshops as appropriate and approved. Assure staff supervised also attend when appropriate to maintain training requirements.
• 10. Serves as a member of the Management Team, Quality Management Committee, and on other committees as assigned. Participate as designated on-call staff within the system utilized.