Team Leader (DSP)

This job was posted by https://joblink.maine.gov : For more information, please see: https://joblink.maine.gov/jobs/1399081 2 # JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION: TEAM LEADER JOB CLASS: Regular, full-time, Non-exempt; Level I REPORTS TO: ADMINISTRATOR HOURS: 40+ hours/week I. SUMMARY STATEMENT: (Purpose, objectives and functions of the position) The goal of the program is to provide a safe, comfortable home in which each individual living there has the opportunity to develop his/her ability to make choices that will improve the quality of their lives. Each person served requires emotional support and guidance in the development of skills related to daily independent living, family and community life. In addition to having developmental disabilities, many people served have acute and/or chronic physical, psychiatric, and / or medical conditions that require evaluation and treatment. These services are provided by or under the direction of professionals as coordinated by the Team Leader under the direct supervision of the Administrator This position is a senior direct care staff position, with primary emphasis as a provider of services to the people served. The Team Leader acts as an assistant to the program Administrator for providing leadership and guidance to the team of people who work in the program. The Team Leader is involved in a variety of tasks that vary in complexity from habilitative training and monitoring an individuals health to chauffeuring, and assisting with daily direct care. This position requires prioritizing, flexibility and organization. II. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. WORK ETHIC: Maintain confidentiality at all levels; positive and cordial relations with fellow employees, people served, family members, guardians, case workers, and the public. The Team Leader must actively support the goals, objectives, and philosophies of the organization. 2. INTERACTION SKILLS: Communicate directly and in a clear, courteous, and concise manner with the people served, employees, families, state agencies, providers, etc., verbally and in writing and return phone calls in a timely manner. The Team Leader must also be able to give and follow written and verbal directions. Communication / interactions with people supported must always be respectful and in a manner in which the person likes to be addressed and engaged, consistent with how the staff interacts and communicates with all other people of the same age. This includes meeting the persons preferences regarding name to be used, communication style, tone and volume of voice, and technique. Such interactions / communication may need to be revised regularly during the interaction according to input or feedback from the individual. Respectful interaction and communication style and technique is of particular importance in challenging or difficult situations. Staff communication (to include non-verbal communication such as gestures or facial expressions) that concerns the people supported shall never be conducted in the presence of the individual as if the person is not present. Furthermore, when discussions or interactions in the presence of the person supported shall always include the person, with full acknowledgement of the persons presence and provide opportunity for the person to participate, regardless of the persons interest or ability. 3. ORGANIZATION: Organize and prioritize the tasks of the job for maximum efficiency. As part of the daily routine, tasks may include preparing reports / proposals, collect data, and schedule appointments for the people served. Other tasks may include developing and maintaining records, developing in-house training, reporting clinical data, workers compensation first reports, and habilitation plans. 4. NUTRITION: Responsible for the oversight of proper nutritional needs of the people served and as such, will develop, implement and oversee a planned cycle menu to be followed in the preparation of daily meals. The Team Leader will ensure that the staff and people living in the home are trained to prepare meals, including any special prescribed diets. 5. HABILITATION: Assist in developing habilitation plans, activities, work, and behavior intervention programs that support the needs of the people who live in the home. 6. ENVIRONMENT: The Team Leader will oversee and manage the cleanliness, sanitation, and overall condition of the home in compliance with building fire codes and applicable federal and state regulations. This includes maintaining the appearance of the property, having equipment properly maintained or repaired, and ensuring that precautions are taken to protect property from vandalism and theft. The Team Leader will train the staff in proper housekeeping procedures with emphasis on sanitation and infection control. 7. HEALTH & SAFETY: Establish and follow procedures and guidelines that will assure the health