Residential Training Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Residential Training Coordinator is responsible for ensuring quality of services by providing leadership and follow-up to the new staff training and onboarding processes. The Residential Training Coordinator provides training on individual resident needs and household and agency processes, mentors new employees through structured check-ins throughout their first 90 days of employment, and conducts post-training competency checks. In addition, The Residential Training Coordinator provides leadership to house staff on weekends by participating in the on-call supervisor rotation. The Residential Training Coordinator is an hourly full-time benefited position supervised by the Chief Program Officer

COMPENSATION :

This is an hourly paid position beginning at $19.00 per hour and is determined based on years of relevant experience. There is a $1.00 additional weekend shift differential when performing direct support and additional compensation for on-call responsibilities. A lucrative vacation and sick time package, along with employee benefits are available.

QUALIFICATIONS :

At least 21 years of age

Degree in a related field or 2 years of experience with adults who have intellectual disabilities

A good working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office required

Must be able to work independently, take initiative, and be self-motivated

Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance required

Good communication (written and verbal) skills

Good organizational skills and adherence to deadlines

Demonstration of understanding and commitment to the philosophical tenets of community-based services

EMPLOYMENT EXPECTATIONS :

Demonstrates agency values and culture

Positively and professionally interacts with community members and volunteers

Demonstrates active engagement and inspires camaraderie with peers

Dependability

Maintain clear and accurate records

Compliance with operational and personnel policies

Demonstrate knowledge retention of training within 6 months of hire

Advocate for the rights of participants

Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of participants

Respect for others

General understanding of SCL Regulations or willingness to learn

Attend meetings and trainings as required

Commitment to the mission of Day Spring

Complete supervisory training modules on CDS within 6 months of hire date

Conduct self-according to the organization’s expectations of professionalism and confidentiality

Assist and cooperate with the family member requests

Ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable living situation

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Collaborate with the HR Manager to schedule and conduct New Staff Orientation and Cross-Training opportunities for employees.

Review, monitor and provide leadership and training to all new support staff in the following areas :

o Lead first shadowing experience in the house

o Provide training on each resident’s individual support needs

o Train on

Individual resident support needs and preferences

Accuracy and documentation on MARs and in Oasis

Household processes and agency policies that impact services provided by the employee

Medical paperwork processing

Internal communication methods and expectations

Expectations for physical asset and environmental conditions (including homes, vehicles, etc.)

Waiver-required paperwork

Resident activities

o Assess competency of post-independent function staff in order to identify ongoing training needs

Assist with ensuring effective communication between the houses and the office, including but not limited to :

o Monitoring that accurate, up-to-date staffing schedules are posted in each location

o Participation in assigned email groups (house medical appointments, Helpline, etc.)

o Maintenance and use of shared documents (schedules, Site Visits, etc.)

o Knowledge and use of comprehensive communication tools (e.g., house communication logs, email, meetings, etc.)

• Provide Leadership to DSPs on weekends (alternating with other PA)

o Rounds at every house to assess for need / opportunity

o Give direction / suggestions to staff

o Promote outings and activities

o Ensuring that the weekly schedule is posted in each home

o Answer Helpline calls on assigned weekend from 10pm Friday until 8am Monday

Monitor that participant POCs’, BSPs’, and medical protocols are fully implemented and present in the agency file

Provide direct support scheduled and cover shifts as needed

Participate in assigned workgroups (e.g., Program Team, House Manager meetings)

Participate in weekend on call rotation, providing on-call supervision to the staff in the homes when their supervisor is not available

Complete Incident Reports as required

Assist with emergency preparedness drills

Assist with grocery shopping duties

Assist with staff development and training

Assist with medical appointments, POC, SIS, and other meetings, as needed

Support House Manager and Compliance staff by monitoring appointment schedules to ensure transportation and communication with day program / work place

Submit work orders for maintenance issues

Ensure that houses have all needed supplies and resources

Ensure that all SCL compliance requirements are being followed

Report concerns to appropriate House Manager and / or Program Manager

Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE

RESIDENTIAL TRAINING COORDINATOR

WORK ENVIROMENT FOR THE RESIDENTIAL TRAINING COORDINATOR :

Work is normally performed in an office or residential facility.

While performing the responsibilities of the

Residential Training Coordinator’s

Job, these working environment characteristics are representative of the environment the

Residential Training Coordinator

will encounter :

The employee is normally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles; the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the Program Assistant’s job. Typical work duties can vary depending upon different scenarios, however in most cases, the

Residential Training Coordinator

will be responsible for the daily care of the participants. This can include administering medication, updating records, providing emotional support, and resident education.

It may require longer work days and varied schedules, or have on call duty. They may have to work nights, weekends or even over the holidays.

Additionally, the

Residential Training Coordinator

will need to protect themselves from possible work-related hazards, during the course of resident care, since they may be exposed to infectious diseases, body fluids, radiation, chemicals, etc.

Salary : $19