Position Summary:

The Lead Staff will help the Residential Manager with the day to day operation of the residential program by assisting the Residential Manager in providing direct services to the people of Chrysalis. The Lead Staff will ensure people’s medical and recreational needs are met by providing transportation to and from medical and other appointments. It is the responsibility of the Lead Staff to follow the direction from the Residential Manager in the required tasks of the home. The Residential Lead Staff needs to be available to be on call for the home.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain individuals’ healthPunctuality and regular/consistent attendance at the worksite are required and the employee must be able adhere to their workplace schedule in order to ensure proper oversight of individuals.    Stay awake, responsive, and communicate effectively to the individualsAssist in developing, implementing, and reporting on the Person Center PlansOversees Behavior Plans and Supervision Guidelines to ensure they are followedPlan weekly menus for proper nutritionAssist individuals in making appropriate purchases at the grocery storeTeach individuals basic finance skillsKeep all house supplies in stock.

Supervise and Manage staff

Maintain appropriate number of staff and staff hoursTrain staff for the house, ensuring employees are trained within established time framesEnsure on-going training is completed by employeesSupervise and manage staff

Complete Necessary Paperwork

Ensure  house books are complete and replace  monthly data at the first of each monthTrack progress for individualsMake newsletters and/or scrapbook pagesMake activity calendar

Provide a Healthy, Clean Environment for Individuals

Ensure staff are following cleaning chartsEnsure individuals are receiving proper nutritionOther duties as assigned by the Assistant Director/ Residential Manager

Experience or Education:

High school diploma or GEDMinimum of six months of related experience working with people with disabilities

Training and Certifications:

Complete all initial and on-going training requirements within established time framesComplete management training with appropriate administration

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of Person Centered Plans and the ability to develop and write effective goalsUnderstanding of DSPD policies and the Provider Code of ConductExcellent public relations skills working with the individual’s family Ability to communicate effectively with medical, professional, and state employeesAbility to manage personnel issues and deal with staff in a positive mannerAbility to balance and maintain individual’s finances (i.e. balance a check book, create monthly budget)Demonstrate good judgment and ability to handle crisis situationsBasic word processing skillsAbility to prioritize work loadExcellent interpersonal skills Demonstrate a service oriented attitude