Job Details: Job Location: Tennessee - Martin - Martin, TN 38237. Position Type: Full Time. Education Level: High School. Salary Range: $18.62 Hourly. Job Shift: Multiple. Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services.
About St. John’s Community Services
St. John’s Community Services (SJCS) is an independent nonprofit organization committed to supporting and advocating for people of all abilities. SJCS cultivates caring communities ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to thrive and that no one is left behind. The organization supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as adults and children experiencing hunger and homelessness in four states and the District of Columbia.
Responsibilities
- Develop and lead a strong, collaborative team of residential support specialists to deliver high‑quality, multi‑dimensional residential services.
- Conduct routine meetings with each assigned department and continually convey the agency’s mission, vision, and philosophy.
- Provide direct instruction, coaching, and modeling to support specialists during daily duties.
- Manage residential support staffing as indicated in annual budgets and provide direct coverage in emergencies.
- Maintain 24‑hour on‑call management coverage for all assigned departments.
- Lead the team in developing, implementing, and overseeing all activities supporting the operation of Community Living departments.
- Ensure full implementation and documentation of each person’s Individual Service Plan (ISP); attend all assessment and ISP meetings.
- Ensure staff are trained in Behavior Support Plans and that required data is collected accurately.
- Maintain residences and agency vehicles in a safe, secure, and aesthetically pleasing condition.
- Ensure the safety and security of all individuals served and report incidents promptly; conduct follow‑up activities and participate in investigations as required.
- Implement medical care needed to maintain optimal health in accordance with each person’s ISP; recognize and respond to health or behavioral changes.
- Schedule medical appointments and attend doctor’s appointments with individuals; transmit relevant medical documents to the agency nurse.
- Ensure medications are properly ordered, obtained, and administered according to physician orders; monitor medication records and report errors promptly.
- Ensure ancillary services—plans, therapies, or other services identified in ISPs—are available promptly.
- Maintain records for individuals and the department through routine review and maintenance of logs, files, and reports.
- Plan community activities with residents, ensure staff implement the schedule and document activities, and monitor ISP goal achievement.
- Manage individual funds, ensuring proper accounting and eligibility for benefits; collaborate with the Program Director and Program Coordinator.
Secondary Functions
- Complete all administrative duties, including billing documentation.
- Assist in the implementation of the state recruitment plan, staff orientation, and training.
- Observe staff and complete evaluations as assigned.
- Oversee electronic timekeeping and ensure accuracy before Program Director approval each pay period.
- Attend relevant agency events, workshops, training, and meetings.
- Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
- Two or more years of related experience working with people with disabilities; community‑based program experience preferred.
- Minimum one‑year supervisory experience required.
- Valid health certificate, required criminal background and record checks, and a valid state‑issued driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Physical and Environmental Conditions
- May lift, move, and transfer individuals with disabilities.
- Work environment involves risks including exposure to aggressive behavior and the need for safe motor vehicle operations.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, STD, and other benefits with company contributions.
- Retirement plans.
- Company‑paid LTD.
- Connectivity reimbursements for some employees.
- PTO, vacation, and sick time off.
- Flexibility and a family culture that supports community living.
- Opportunity to help people live their best life.
Reasonable Accommodation
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Equal Opportunity Employer
St. John's Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. John’s Community Services does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental quality, military service, or other protected class.
The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.
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