Residential Coordinator

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university in a field related to the mission of the agency preferred (unless the Board of Directors approves otherwise)
Experience equivalent to two (2) years full-time employment in a supervisory position preferred
Possession of a valid Tennessee driver’s license

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision and training necessary for staff who work with the developmentally disabled
Knowledge of the principles and practices of management
Ability to assign, train, supervise, and evaluate staff and their work
Ability to communicate clearly and precisely in verbal and written form
Ability to be flexible in his/her job position
Knowledge of pertinent rules and regulations as set forth by the agency and DIDD
General knowledge of checks and balances, budgeting, and financial responsibility

Essential Duties

Supervise and enforce policies, programs, and operational procedures
Supervise and evaluate residential Direct Support Professionals
Generate bi-weekly schedule
Supervise and/or follow-up on residential house training for Direct Support Professionals
Gather, print and review running record documentation for residential person’s supported
Supervise and review coordinated recreational activities by residential Direct Support Professional as directed by the person supported plan of care
Review menus developed for the household, if necessary, ensuring they follow any meal/dining plans, diets, and/or diet restrictions, as prescribed for persons supported
Conduct monthly house inspections per state required check list
Update and revise documentation requirements as required by the state
Complete Level of Needs (LON), Risk Assessments, Sleep Pattern Data (SPD), Urine tracking, etc.
Transition in new persons supported for supported living (coordination with state officials, families, ISC’s, etc.
Ensure proper training for Direct Support Professionals on behavioral plans, meal plans, transfer plans, hygiene plans, action plans, etc.
Document and revise on a consistent basis, inventory of each person supported personal items
Maintain a positive working relationship with staff in the homes and at the center, as well as with persons supported and their families/guardians
Communicate and coordinate with families/guardians of each person supported to schedule vacations and/or visits as requested by persons supported and/or families
Assist persons supported with any daily concerns and positive decision making
Serve as a role model to all persons supported and staff
Review weekly time sheets for residential Direct Support Professionals
Actively participate in ISP meeting for persons supported in supported living
Openly communicate with residential and center staff, families/guardians, ISCs and/or case managers to address any issues with persons supported that need to be addressed
Prepare all required reports for Q & A and submit to state in a timely manner
Ensure staff, as well as Residential Coordinator maintain clean and safe work and living environments for persons supported
Ensure monthly fire and severe weather drills are conducted in each supported living home and proper documentation is retained
Conduct staff meetings monthly with all residential staff
Discharge other job-related responsibilities as assigned by the Executive director
Assist the Executive Director with agency employees' morale and cohesion
Provide a positive presence and assist with conflict management as needed