Residential Training Coordinator

Ann Storck Center; Plantation (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ann Storck Center in Plantation, Florida is seeking a dedicated RTC/DSP to provide care for individuals with developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include aiding in daily activities, monitoring health conditions, and ensuring safety protocols are met.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, experience in caregiving, and proven communication skills. This role requires teamwork and participation in training and development opportunities. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and may need to operate ASC vehicles.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience as home health aide, caregiver, or nursing assistant preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs safely.
• Florida driver's license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to residents including feeding, bathing, and grooming.
• Monitor physical conditions and report health concerns to nursing staff.
• Keep records of individual progress and document incidents.

Skills

Direct care skills

Monitoring health

Housekeeping

Lifting techniques

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hoya Lift

ASC van

Job description

Position Summary

The RTC/DSP is responsible for providing direct care to intellectually and/or developmentally disabled individuals in a group home or intermediate care facility.

Areas of Responsibility

Environmental Health and Safety

• Assist in ensuring that the house is maintained in compliance with safety and welfare standards for residents.
• Minimize employee and resident accidents/injuries and unnecessary expenditures by reporting unsatisfactory conditions of bathrooms, sinks, tubs, showers, floors, positioning equipment, beds, etc., and promptly reporting safety and/or health hazards to management.
• Complete periodic walk‑throughs with manager during each shift and at shift change upon request.
• Perform housekeeping tasks as necessary and/or assigned.
• Participate in disaster drills and emergency drills.

Resident Care

• Feed, bathe, and provide grooming to residents, promoting self‑care and encouraging independence during daily living routines.
• Check and change assigned individuals every two hours, take individuals on toileting programs to the bathroom on schedule, and/or remind individuals who toilet independently to go to the restroom when needed.
• Use appropriate lifting techniques at all times; wear a lifting belt and use the Hoya Lift with assistance from other staff.
• Monitor physical condition for signs of illness or dysfunction that may need nursing intervention and promptly report resident accidents, illness, and/or other medical concerns to the Nurse immediately.
• Assist nurses with tasks as necessary following doctor’s orders.
• Periodically conduct inventories of each individual’s clothing, hygiene and supplies; submit replenishment lists and complete shopping as needed to maintain adequate levels; complete/update resident inventory logs as directed.
• For group home settings: administer medication and treatments per doctor’s orders; plan and/or prepare meals per menu assigned, or assist individuals in planning/cooking as appropriate.

IDP Programming

• Provide physical management, nutritional management, PT/OT and behavioral services in a timely manner according to plan.
• Ensure that Shooting Star Day Program schedules are followed as written, if applicable; implement activities to meet each resident’s habilitation and support plan; advocate for change/removal of goals when appropriate.
• Follow mealtime and physical management plans; report concerns to supervisor.
• Help develop activities and situations within the ICF or group home that encourage interaction among residents. Physical intervention may be required if residents need assistance.
• Accompany individuals on field trips, excursions, community integration and recreational activities and to ADT, medical appointments, shopping, church, etc. Transport individuals using an ASC van as assigned.
• Participate in resident‑related meetings (at least one per quarter) and behavior management, shift and house meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned in response to the needs of individuals, the organization and/or programs.

Reporting and Recordkeeping

• Accurately and promptly document each individual’s progress according to their plan, agency regulations and ASC best practices.
• Accurately complete daily care and I/O sheets by the end of each shift for assigned individuals.
• Record seizures on seizure sheet accurately.
• Document observations of individual behavior, specific to what the individual did and events which influenced the individual’s response, when appropriate.
• Promptly report unusual incidents and workplace accidents/injuries in a timely manner using the Incident Report form.

Training and Development

• Participate in training and in‑services when offered/required; obtain re‑certifications as necessary.
• Pursue professional growth by making use of professional development opportunities that would enhance Ann Storck Center’s programs.

Qualifications

1. High School Diploma or GED certification.
2. At least one year of verifiable experience as a home health aide, caregiver, nursing assistant or other care professional; experience working with challenging behaviors is preferred.
3. May be required to have a Florida driver’s license and a good driving record.

Working Conditions

Primary duties are in an ICF or group home environment with moderate noise levels. First, second or third shift; weekends, holidays and overtime may be required. May be required to operate ASC vehicles to transport individuals. Position is categorized as essential personnel for the purposes of providing disaster services.

Essential Functions

ASC is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicant or employees with disabilities and will attempt to make reasonable accommodations when necessary. The following are abilities and physical requirements for this position at ASC:

• Able to lift 50 lbs. in a safe and appropriate manner utilizing standard orientation techniques.
• May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting, standing and/or squatting in performance of job duties.
• Must be able to hear, see, and communicate effectively in writing, using the English language, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff, exercising effective problem‑solving, reasoning, and critical thinking skills.
• May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies to include, but not limited to, pens, pencils, calculators, computer keyboards, telephone, etc.