Vocational Manager ($22.00 an hour)

Description

Salary

$22.00 an hour

Direct Support: Work regularly scheduled shifts as a Direct Support Professional (DSP/Caregiver)

• Records: Document as required; review individual records, billing and other program documentation routinely for accuracy and completion on a daily basis; maintain confidentiality of individual and employee data; direct DSPs to assure accurate and complete records.
• Program Planning: Assist the Program Director in development of individual program plans; train and monitor implementation of plans each day across all shifts.
• Team Meetings: Attend and assist with routine progress meetings.
• Compliance: Maintain licensing compliance for program services and supports; implement Network compliance plan; manage individual rights implementation.
• Management of Individuals Assets: When assigned, ensure safety of individuals funds and property; monitor spending and reconcile individuals financial accounts monthly.
• Incidents: Complete or assist DSPs in documenting incident reports; submit initial incident reports to the Program Director.
• Billing and Utilization: Compile or accumulate census or attendance information; review data and attest to accuracy; submit accurate data to the Program Director or appropriate billing authority.

Health Care:

• General Health Care: Monitor health of persons being served; document; communicate with medical professionals as appropriate; implement preventive strategies to limit illness and serious incidents; review and monitor documentation across all shifts.
• Appointments: When applicable, schedule or assist in scheduling health care appointments; may accompany individuals to appointments; may assist with communication; document visits; oversee follow through of orders; communicate results as appropriate with families, guardians, case managers, day programs or others.
• Medications: When applicable, accurately administer and document delivery of medications and treatments; review all other medication documentation for accuracy and completeness, daily or weekly as required; review medication errors with employees; communicate medication changes and provide training across all shifts; maintain appropriate security of medications and supplies.
• Medical Supplies and Equipment: Purchase and maintain medical supplies and equipment in consultation with Program Director; communicate with employees and may assist with training on proper use.
• Dietary planning: With the exception of some in-home services, purchase or oversee purchasing of food and supplies in accordance with planned menus and individual choice; direct and monitor food service, consistent with individual plans.Stakeholder Relations:

• Communications: Maintain productive and professional relations with individuals, families, case managers and other stakeholders.
• Customer Service: Implement Network Customer Service Standards; train DSPs in delivery.Personnel:

• Supervision: In partnership with Program Director, supervise all DSPs in assigned program.
• Recruitment and Hiring:Assist with recruitment; interview and hire Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) with agreement of the Program Director.
• Employee Scheduling: Populate and maintain schedule to ensure that all shifts are covered and overtime is minimized.
• Training: Assist with onboarding and deliver Orientation and ongoing training needs regarding the individuals served, program plans, policies, procedures and physical environment.
• Evaluation: Prepare and conduct annual evaluations for Direct Support Professionals, in consultation with the Program Director.
• Discipline and Termination: Coach employees as needed, correcting or directing employee behavior where required; may remove employees in the event of emergency; may recommend and participate in decisions regarding termination; consult with the Program Director on all matters of discipline.
• Employee Safety: Responsible for employee safety and workers compensation within the program; implement and monitor compliance with safety standards.
• Management: May assist with or lead monthly program meetings for DSPs; document monthly meeting agenda and attendance.Financial Management:

• Purchasing: When applicable, purchase food and household supplies; purchase office supplies and minor equipment; review and authorize company credit card statements and monthly invoices; direct employees as necessary; monitor to confirm cost effective, accurate and applicable spending is in place.
• Billing and utilization: Review census, attendance information or other required documentation to ensure accurate billing; monitor utilization between authorization and provision of services and supports.
• Staffing: Monitor staffing hours for budgetary compliance.Maintenance:

• Vehicles: When applicable, test drive vehicle(s) monthly; inspect vehicle lifts and seatbelts monthly; report safety concerns immediately to supervisor or maintenance personnel; ensure vehicle is washed and cleaned; train staff in safe vehicle operation and safely transporting individuals; ensure routine maintenance is performed.
• Living Environment: When applicable, schedule and monitor daily and seasonal housekeeping; monitor and implement strategies to assure neat, clean and safe environment; assist with age appropriate and decor; oversee lawn and yard care.
• Maintenance and Repair: When applicable, make or arrange for minor repairs; schedule repairs by maintenance personnel as required; monitor environmental safety; monitor water temperature, refrigerator and freezer temperature, and safety alarms and extinguishers on a monthly basis; replace furnace filters monthly.
• Equipment: Monitor wheel chairs, lifts and other safety equipment; see that repairs are made promptly and correctly in the event of faulty equipment.

Other Responsibilities

• Complete and remain current on all required trainings.
• Active participant in administrative meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma required. Preferably with at least one year of experience working with the developmentally disabled populations or a human service field degree or specialized training. Ability to transport clients in your personal vehicle, have a good driving record, a valid Nebraska drivers license, and current automobile insurance. No record of abuse or neglect or police record of a felony. Must attend orientation and training. Ability to project a caring and professional manner with co-workers, clients and the general public. Be able to maintain confidentiality and adhere to client rights. Have proven skills in communication, verbal, written, and listening; observation; and problem solving. Knowledge of human growth and behavior, time management skills, understanding of social systems and the ability to handle a variety of situations and individuals.

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