Facility Services Aide

                                     Park Lawn School and Activity Center

 

POSITION:    FACILITY SERVICES AIDE

 

SALARY: $22.30 PER HOUR - Non- Exempt
DEPARTMENT:    Residential – Park Lawn Home

 

QUALIFICATIONS    
High School Diploma or GED; Associate Degree in Human Services preferred
One year experience working with persons with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities.

One year supervisory experience (preferred)
No disqualifying events on criminal background check
No disqualifying events on Health Care Workers Registry
Pass pre-employment physical, drug and alcohol test

BASIC FUNCTION:    
Assist Program Manager in supervision of assigned staff and compliance with Park Lawn policies and procedures. Participate in and direct staff in the implementation of the outcomes identified in the Personal Plans. Coordinate shift coverage of DSPs assigned to the Park Lawn Home.  Provide role modeling to Direct Support Persons in effective program implementation, support and advocacy of the participants within the program.  Drive individuals to medical appointments, shopping, and activities within guidelines and procedures of the Park Lawn Home.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Pass DSP classroom and OJT program approved by Illinois DHS
Pass medication training class 
Pass literacy competency test at 8th grade level
Understand written and oral English Language
Record observations in participants’ files
Write legible, clear, and accurate observations in standard English
Lift 50 pounds without assistance
Stand, sit, walk, reach, grip, bend and lift as assessed by job analysis screening
Remain free of alcohol and/or illegal substance use while working;  
Become CPR/1st Aid certified and remain certified throughout employment
Proficiency in working with basic computer programs (Word, Excel, email, etc.)

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Direct DSP staff in implementation of resident’s Plan including: Recording behavioral observations and participant training data as indicated by the participant's Plan.  This includes documentation of programs implemented; documentation and communication of participant physical, social, and emotional needs; documentation of participant behaviors through observation, behavior incident reports and behavior program implementation. Ensure that participants’ Plans and related activities are implemented fully to realize their desired outcomes. Assist in the completion of recreational schedules and programs, while meeting the participant’s individual needs. 

 

Receive staff call offs when Manager is not available; arrange for staff coverage consistent with Park Lawn procedures; change personal work schedule to work shifts if coverage cannot be obtained. Maintain a work schedule to include evenings and weekend shifts as directed by the Manager.

Coordinate scheduling of and drive participants to medical appointments, shopping, and activities within guidelines and procedures of Park Lawn.

Ensure accurate and timely implementation and documentation of emergency drills.                                                                                                             

Administer medications per physician’s order (as indicated on MAR) and document the same in the record. Escort and advocate for participants on medical appointments, including emergencies. Ensure medical paperwork and new orders are forwarded to the RN/T and Manager.

Ensure resident’s activity money and petty cash is appropriately spent and accounted for in accordance with Park Lawn procedures. Provide other services and assistance to participants, guardians and community as instructed by supervisory and administrative staff.  Maintain cordial and professional relationships with resident’s family members and guardian as well other service providers and other Park Lawn personnel
 

Communicate resident incidents, unusual behaviors, and progress toward goals to the Manager. Attend mandatory in-service meetings and trainings.