Lead Direct Support Professional for 3 Bed PCA

Description

Lead Direct Support Professional for 3 Bed PCA

One Full-Time Position. 40 hours per week.

Sunday through Saturday; days, evenings, and overnights. 

Hiring Range:  $17.33 - $18.89 / hr., depending upon education and experience.

This position will remain open until filled.

Minimum Requirements

Required: 

• High School graduation or equivalent, minimum age 18.

• At least one year working for Ariel or in another Human Service-related program.

Preferred:

• Current experience working in a residential program.

• Two years experience w/I/DD population

• Minimum of one year successful experience in supervision.

• 6 Months of experience providing total care to individuals

We care about our team! At Ariel we offer an expansive benefit package:

Subject to Eligibility.

• Medical, Dental, Life Insurance Premiums are 100% covered by Ariel, which averages to an additional $4.80/hour to your total compensation!

• HSA & HSA employer contribution 

• FSA 

• Vision 

• Generous Paid Time Off accrual - 13 PTO days in the first year, 48 hours of paid sick leave, and 11 paid holidays. Total of 30 paid days off in the first year. 

• $50/month; $600/year with Lifestyle Spending Account

• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Legal & ID Shield through MetLife

• Retirement 403B & 403B employer match up to 4% at one year anniversary

• Mileage Reimbursement

• Employer provided work phone and computer

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

• Wellness Program

• And committed to a Culture of Awesomeness!

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the daily operations of the personal care alternatives program.

Ariel Clinical Services Mission

To provide safe, nurturing, and supportive environments for children, families, and adults so that they may have the opportunities to develop their strengths, maximize their potentials and fully participate in society.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. This position is involved in supporting the strategic direction of the department and providing leadership and instruction so others in the program can complete tasks quickly and effectively. 

2. Effectively and positively build trust and represent the Supervisor and the Program to the employees, individuals, and community. 

3. With accuracy and attention to detail, assist in making the daily schedule and adjustments as necessary while ensuring fair and equitable assignments and rotations.

4. Create a monthly calendar of activities. 

5. Mentor and train new staff.

6. Positively represent Ariel during Interdisciplinary Team meetings, service plan meetings and other meetings when requested by supervisor.

7. Communicate regularly and effectively with parents, guardians and all other team members involved with individuals in service.

8. Ensure required documentation is completed daily. Create and monitor weekly menus for residents being served.

9. Ensure all month-end activities are completed accurately and in a timely manner.

10. Ensure persons receiving services attend appointments as scheduled and needed. 

11. Provide a warm, encouraging, supportive and safe environment for individuals and staff and acting as positive role model.

12. Use critical thinking skills and sound judgment when observing, reporting, and recording behavior, accidents or medical concerns to the program supervisor or program manager in a timely manner. 

13. Follow all safety procedures and company policies while inspiring others to do the same.

14. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Skilled in providing person centered services and supports. 

2. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism in matters related to Ariel. 

3. Elevated knowledge of Therap functions.

4. Knowledge of community resources and how to access them.

5. Knowledge of rules and regulations related to residential program daily operations. 

6. Knowledge of basic computer technology.

7. Knowledge of the type of work that Ariel and other service agencies participate in.

8. Skilled in organizing workflow and prioritizing tasks, and directing others as needed. 

9. Skilled at working independently, as well as in a team.

10. Ability to quickly establish rapport and effectively mentor and coach coworkers.

11. The ability to communicate effectively verbally, written and electronically in both individual and group settings. 

12. Ability to be flexible, and able to cha