PURPOSE
Supervise all Clients enrolled in programs.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIRONMENT AND COVID REGULATIONS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
Physical Demands
- Sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time
- Reaching, handling, communicating, using near vison/visual depth perception
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 150 lbs
- Must be able to push/pull respectively up to 80 lbs
Work Environment
- Subject to constant interruptions
- Toileting assistance required
- Regular trips out in the community
- Exposed to antisocial behavior and to various types of pathogens
- Must be able to perform duties from home when circumstances are unavoidable
COVID Regulations
- In accordance to State Licensing requirements, all program staff must provide proof of vaccination or provide a religious or medical exemption
- Exempt employees are required to be tested routinely
- Additional testing for all employees may be required but is subject to change depending upon circumstances
ACTIVITIES
- Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am- 2:30pm
- Regular attendance and punctuality are expected of all employees.
- Travel: as needed between facilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
- Supervise clients
- Maintain and complete accurate daily documentation and reports
- Coordinating with Lead Aide to discuss concerns, behaviors, and goals
- Maintain a professional, positive work environment
- Attend training and meetings as scheduled
- Distribute client medication
- Follow all safety procedures
- Report safety concerns and issues immediately to Supervisor
- Greet clients as they arrive/depart and recording attendance, arrival and departure
- Assist staff in client behaviors
- Assist in client medical emergencies
- Assist clients in toileting and menstrual and other care as needed
- Assist Lead Aide in creating and implementing the daily schedule in accordance with the calendar
- Prepare for assigned activities for the day
- Participate in morning meeting with Program Lead to go over daily activities
- Instruct clients in the performance of work, life skills, job skills training and interpersonal skills development and record progress in meeting goals
- Provide input for monthly calendar
- Participate in community outings
- Create a list of supplies needed for daily activities for the Lead Aide to request
- Participate monthly drills
- Train new staff on working with the clients, daily activities, toileting assistance, how to handle client behaviors and medical emergencies
