What are the responsibilities and job description for the Developmental Services Residential Supervisor position at Eastern Shore Community Services Board?
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position (FLSA non-exempt) is responsible for the day-to-day supervision and provision of residential services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities under the direction of the Eastern Shore Community Services Board.
General responsibilities include:
• Coordination and provision of direct care services to ID/DD individuals,
• Supervision of service providers, and
• Maintenance of residential records.
In carrying out position responsibilities the incumbent reports to and receives supervision from the DS Residential Coordinator. The incumbent is required to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and develop and implement well-organized services for the specified population.
MAJOR DUTIES:
• Safeguard the health, safety, and civil rights of all individuals;
• Assist individuals in performing their daily living skills and in meeting their personal care needs as needed, to include cooking, toileting, bathing, dressing, and transferring individuals;
• Maintain individual’s records and protect confidentiality;
• Schedule and supervise direct care staff and counselors;
• Develop and implement behavior modification programs;
• Maintain proper documentation in accordance with applicable Medicaid, licensure, HCBS, agency and other regulatory entities;
• As appropriate, assist residents with financial planning and payment of bills (e.g. dentists, doctors, rent, and fees);
• Provide supportive counseling to individuals, staff and family members;
• Coordinate the purchase of supplies to include food and facility supplies;
• Develop and implement person centered plans;
• Monitor the overall medication inventory and the implementation of medication procedures;
• Organize residential staffing for the purposes of program planning and evaluation;
• Identify and submit individual and facility needs to DS Residential Coordinator;
• Transport ambulatory and non-ambulatory individuals as needed;
• Assist individuals in the acquisition of required community services;
• Provide positive role model for individuals and staff;
• Assist in the maintenance of the cleanliness and safety of each site, completing safety and sanitation inspections as directed;
• Perform other job-related duties as directed by the Residential Services Coordinator and/or the Developmental Services Program Director.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The incumbent should have position-related experience with the population served as well as experience supervising the operation of a residential facility and possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Knowledge of: The principles and techniques of staff training, development and supervision; development and implementation of behavior modification programs; coordination of medical appointments and oversight of medical care; development and implementation of PCPs and individual records; generally accepted safety procedures; medication inventory and management; oral and written communications.
Skill(s) in: Supervising direct care staff; implementing policies and procedures for services delivery; developing and implementing individual PCPs; monitoring services; assisting individuals in completing daily living skills and in meeting personal care needs; medication management and supervision of medication program; working effectively with specified population; transporting individuals; communicating effectively, both oral and written; completing required individual and administrative-related documentation; and time management.
Ability(ies) to: Supervise and train staff; develop and implement PCPs; exercise sound judgment; problem solve and handle emergencies; coordinate medical care as required; plan healthy meals; teach and assist individuals in meeting their daily living and personal care needs; complete required documentation; transport ambulatory and non-ambulatory individuals; sustain effective inter- and intra-agency working relationships; and maintain confidentiality.
The incumbent must have a valid driver’s license and a satisfactory record.
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