Team Leader, Residential Services

People

Buffalo, New York

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
CPR Certification, Coaching, Cook Dishes, Corrective Action, Crisis Intervention, Documentation, Driver's License, Food Purchasing, High School Diploma, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Lift/Move 35 Pounds, Medication Administration, Menu Management, Multitasking, Nutritional Needs, People Management, Personal Care, Physical Demands, Program Planning, Project Tracking, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Record Keeping, Regulations, Safety/Work Safety, Secure Communications Interoperability Protocol (SCIP), Staff Development, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Buffalo, New York
POSTED
10 days ago

Pay Range: $21.00-$26.19

Shift: Temporary Position. Monday-Thursday 2pm-10pm; Sunday 8am-4pm

Supervise direct care staff in Senior Residential Supervisor’s absence and provide oversight and guidance on designated shifts. Instruction and supervision of residents in all aspects of daily living, development and implementation of individual goals, supervision and participation in maintenance and housekeeping activities. Ensure completion of required duties for each shift. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES 
• Supervise direct care staff in Senior Residential Supervisor’s absence and provide oversight and guidance on designated shifts.
• Schedule and oversee the tasks/activities performed by individual and household staff to ensure the services and care to each individual.
• Assist Senior Residential Supervisor with staff development, coaching and feedback, and corrective action.
• Provide instruction and supervision of individuals in areas of daily living including: active treatment, personal hygiene, dietary and nutritional needs through menu planning, food purchasing, preparation and storage, purchase and care of personal belongings, money management, (including documentation), utilization of community recreational activities.
• Promote and coordinate positive relationships and communication with individuals, families, advocates, employees and the surrounding community/neighborhood. 
• Ensure communications are disseminated to appropriate parties in an effective and timely manner.
• Administer medication and responsible for completion of all pertinent health related forms.
• Safely transport individuals to and from activities and appointments.
• Ensure efficient, confidential and comprehensive record keeping as mandated for individual and staff related activities/incidents and site maintenance.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of all incidents (minor, reportable, serious reportable). Ensure completion of all required paperwork and implement quality improvement measures.
• Work with Senior Residential Supervisor to develop, implement and monitor progress of program plans.
• Monitor and maintain facilities appropriately to ensure a safe environment conducive to the health, safety and well-being of individuals and employees.
• Schedule, participate in, and run monthly fire drills.
• Performs CPR and Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention (SCIP-R).
• Responsible for recording time worked at the start and end of each shift.
• Complies with all agency policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• High School Diploma or GED.
• One-year related experience preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License that meets agency policy.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the position when performing the following: standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling and climbing.
• Lifting requirement of 35 lbs.
• Ability to lift and transfer individuals manually and mechanically as required by prescribed program/plan.
• Ability to move, reposition, and place individuals in pieces of equipment.
• Physical agility and ability to react to emergency situations, including maintaining Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention (SCIP-R) certification as per regulatory guidelines.
• CPR certification.

About the Company

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People

People Inc. is Western New York's leading non-profit human services agency. Through a variety of services including residential, employment, community outreach, health care and recreation programs, we help seniors, families and people with disabilities live more healthy, independent and productive lives.

Our History

In 1970, a small group of parents and professionals joined together to address the needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities and formed what would grow to become People Inc. The agency expanded its mission to include a wider variety of services to address the needs of people with developmental disabilities and disabling conditions, as well as the general public. Over the years, People Inc. has grown greatly in numbers of populations served, spectrum of services, geographic locations, and number of sites.

Our Vision

People Inc. is working toward a future where all persons whose needs limit their integration into the community can reach their highest level of human potential as responsible members of society. It is hoped that these individuals will, to their potential, be contributing and active members in their communities, enjoying the greatest possible degree of independence and acceptance, in all aspects of their lives.

Our Mission

People Inc. exists so that individuals with disabling conditions or other special needs have the supports they need to participate and succeed in an accepting society.

Our Values

Improving lives, respect, integrity, relentless pursuit of excellence, flexibility and creativity

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
WEBSITE
http://www.people-inc.org/careers