House Coordinator​/Floater

Job Title:

House Coordinator Floater Status:
Exempt

Location:

Madison/Huntsville

Job Summary

Responsible for the training/supervision of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and hands-on care and supervision of care of intellectually disabled individuals as directed and outlined in the Person-Centered Plan (PCP), Behavioral Support Plan (BSP), and medical care plan. House Coordinator (HC) Floaters will be required to work a minimum of 5 days in the home in an assigned shift. This includes, but is not limited to weekends.

The homes will vary and "float" on an as needed basis.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

* Provides oversight for the care and training/supervision of residents.

* Instruct, supervise, train and support DSPs in the direct care and supervision as required of individuals with an intellectual disability and other developmental disabilities.

* Cover shifts in residential homes and able to be ON-CALL.

* Flexibility Needed.

* Implement and ensure that staff adhere to Ability Plus policies and procedures, as well as state regulatory policies and procedures.

* Management, coordination, instruction, and monitoring of DSPs in order to meet the goals of HCBS and PCP/BSP.

* Provide on-site management, including requests for routine maintenance of homes, vehicle maintenance, and compliance of health, safety, petty cash, and regulatory requirements as needed to assist the assigned House Coordinator.

* Assist in identifying employee training needs when necessary.

* Insure that all individuals' medical needs and plans are implemented timely and properly when deemed necessary.

* Evaluate performance of team members for compliance with established policies and objectives of the company and contributions in attaining objectives.

* Oversee residential home operations to include physical facilities, reporting operating and financial performance.

* Develop professional working relationships with all team members.

* Develop supportive relationship with individuals we serve and insure their needs are met.

* Ensure accuracy in records and reports when working in a home. Assist the assigned House Coordinator in reviewing books, logs and completing administrative paperwork in a timely fashion.

* Ensure compliance with established standards and regulations.

* Assist with the completion of residential responsibilities when necessary including: monthly staff schedule, shopping, budget, areas of concentration as directed by QDDP, Senior QIDP, and other upper level management.

* Carry a cell phone in order to coordinate and be responsible for emergency coverage within program. Remain all-call as job specification requires to handle and assist in acute and critical situations.

* Monitor staff in-service, Comprehensive Support Services Team, and support group meeting attendance.

* Carry out directions and other duties as given by the House Coordinator, QIDP, Senior QIDP, and/or Human Resources.

* Possibly fill-in the role as an assigned House Coordinator when deemed necessary

Education/Background/Experience

* High School diploma/GED required;

* 2-3 years of experience in direct care with those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

preferred.

* Previous history of management and leadership background strongly preferred.

Additional Requirements

* Requires minimal supervision and a flexible work schedule (including weekends and evenings).

* Communicate effectively with internal and external personnel, verbally and in writing.

* Ability to speak and write English and prepare complete, concise and clear reports.

* Exhibit strong motivational, organization, team building and leadership skills.

* Skill in examining and taking part in the re-engineering of operational procedures.

* Ability to intervene during crisis situations.

* Ability to perform housekeeping duties.

* Ability to motivate teams and simultaneously manage several projects.

* Adequate vision and hearing to be able to supervise clients properly as required.

* Must be at least 19 years of age for employment.

* Must have a social security number.

* Valid U.S. driver's license and acceptable driving record as determined by API's insurance carrier.

* Acceptable background check.

* Maintain active state-required training and/or certifications

* Must remain alert and awake at all time.

* Must report to assigned shift on time, or contact the assigned Program Director of tardiness or absence

Physical Requirements

* Lifting up to 50 pounds

* Transferring consumers from: (with or without mechanical lifts)

* Twisting - neck, waist

* Exposure to potential BBP

* Preparing meals

* Bending - Standing - Climbing - Kneeling

* Pushing, e.g., wheelchairs

* Conduct required evacuation drills, and other safety training

* In-person interaction is essential for this position.