Direct Service Professional - East DeKalb

ACCOUNTABILITY IDD Day Services Director   DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES   Create and maintain a high-performance work environment characterized by positive leadership and a strong team orientation. Set the tone for person centered supports and services provided to assigned individuals. Coordinate and monitor staff activities to ensure required documentation is completed accurately and submitted timely by staff for individuals on assigned caseload. Perform Developmental Disabilities Professional responsibilities per program guidelines for assigned caseload. Provide coaching and feedback on documentation submitted by assigned staff. Ensure and report changes in the condition of individual and/or any unusual occurrences related to an individual to Supervisor or Management staff in a timely manner.  Report any SIGNIFICANT changes in the condition of an individual IMMEDIATELY. Ensure and report environmental risks/hazardous/barriers to Supervisor or Management in a timely manner. Report any SIGNIFICANT environmental risks/hazardous/barriers to Supervisor or Management of an individual IMMEDIATELY Ensure that the health, safety and well-being of individuals are met.   This may include coordination of information between Residential Program, Day Program, Nursing Staff, Behavior Specialist, etc. Attend ISP meetings for assigned caseload and communicates necessary information to appropriate team members. Provide individual support as needed to ensure required staff-to-individual ratio is maintained. Identify training needs and materials based on Individual Support Planning meetings and/or identified needs Ensure provision of and document services provided including: individualized service goals (from ISP), behavior support tracking, required notes, communication logs, and all other required documentation Work with appropriate staff to follow-up on any outstanding issues relating to the assigned work area. Ensure individuals are supported in personalized and age appropriate activities.  This may include assisting and supporting individuals in all environments (the community and at work) so that the individual is able to learn, practice and master skills that enable him/her to enhance his/her status by assuming valued social roles. Ensure individuals’ possessions are safeguarded.  Ensure appropriate participation and/or provide input into planning/developing implementation strategies and tracking/documentation of individual’s plan of care (to include the individual’s Support Plan and Behavior Support Plan). Ensure and complete implementation strategies and documentation of Individual Support Plans (ISP)/Behavior Support Plans (BSP) at the frequency stated in the ISP/BSP.  Ensure and demonstrate accurate data collection procedures and consistent use of described support strategies that promote success. Ensure and document services provided in a timely manner including: individualized service goals (from ISP), behavior support tracking, required notes and all other required documentation. Ensure and complete incident reports using the online system. Ensure the report includes required information (who was involved, what happened, where did it happen, when did it happen, etc.) Communicate with assigned individual’s authorized circle of support and approved external entities (i.e. Support Coordinators) to maintain timely and effective communication regarding individuals needs and their environment with appropriate personnel/colleagues and supervisor. Ensure that all individuals are supported to explore and express their interest for community membership Observe work activities and program environment to maintain (HIPAA) confidentiality requirements concerning the affairs of the individuals served, staff and the agency.  Complete all scheduled and required training by the announced deadline, attend and actively participate in home staff meetings. Actively participate in the agency’s ongoing effort to continually improve the quality of services provided and the effectiveness of the agency’s operations by sharing ideas and insights. Ensure teamwork between all team members via open communication, sharing of responsibilities and a by demonstrating a positive, constructive attitude. Interact professionally and effectively with supervisors/management, colleagues, families, guardians, support coordinators and authorized internal/external monitors. Attend program and agency trainings as assigned/required. Provide client support as needed to ensure required staff-to-individual ratio is maintained.   MINIMUM TRAINING, COMPENTENCY & EXPERIENCE:  Completion of a Bachelor’s degree Minimum of 1 year experience supporting individuals living with developmental disabilities Possess Georgia Driver’s License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Must have basic computer skills, the ability to serve as an advocate for individuals, understand/interpret written materials, prepare incident reports and strong conflict resolution skills.   Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job The job requires regular lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds unassisted, including assisting individuals when required The job requires frequent bending, reaching, repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting and sitting, with some heavy lifting, pushing and pulling exerted regularly throughout a regular work shift.   Preferred Qualifications: CPR/First Aid, CPI, Defensive Driving   Working Conditions Required to work 40/hours a week, Monday through Friday General work hours will be 8:00 am - 4:00pm but are subject to change based upon programmatic needs Work will be done in facility as well as community setting Occasional requirements to work at other Claratel Behavioral Health facilities will also be necessary