Team Leader-Lilly HSE

Description

JOB SUMMARY:  In conjunction with Manager, assures daily activities for individuals includes opportunities for development and ability to meet outcomes outlined in individual support plans through program instruction and vocational opportunity. Through coordination with Direct Support Professionals, ensures all individuals served are scheduled for appropriate activities and aspects of daily production expectations are addressed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Essential functions are italicized)

A. Program Administration

1. Responsible for coordination and communication on subcontract work as required or directed by Manager.

2. Develop and organize a daily/weekly schedule of work opportunities to coordinate job site coverage and chosen activities of NEWS Team Members.

3. Coordinate with Manager to facilitate coverage in the event of staff absence within the team.

4. Actively participate in planning meetings with Manager. 

5. Provide instruction and training in a variety of work and life skill experiences to individuals on the NEWS Team, including workplace behavior and task mastery.

6. Provide guidance and support to staff and team members to identify adaptations and/or alternative supports so that each individual may actively, either freely or partially, participate in all phases of services of their choice.

7. Monitor the requisitioning, care, maintenance, and inventory of all equipment and supplies identified for work site utilization.

8. Contribute to community relations/education efforts, project development, budget planning, etc. as directed by Manager.

9. Seek out and/or act on opportunities to engage in advocacy efforts that preserve the rights of persons served.

10. Perform other duties and/or complete special projects as may be requested or assigned.

B. Communications Systems/Practices

1. Attend on-site planning meetings with Manager to provide input and recommendations as needed.

2. Identify and utilize effective verbal, written and electronic communication skills to accomplish tasks and clarify information for all internal and external customers.

3. Ensure that all communication takes place in a professional manner, reflecting dignity and respect for each individual. .

4. Utilize people-first language in written and verbal communication.

5. Actively participate in department and committee meetings as appropriate, taking action on all assigned items.

6. Immediately alert appropriate Manager/Director of any potentially critical issue or crisis situation.

C. Quality/Service Assurance

1. Conduct checks within area to ensure quality documentation, timely reports, and progress on individual outcomes.

2. Promote health and safety of all staff and team members through adherence to all agency policies and procedures.

3. Maintain all appropriate information in a confidential and professional manner, and in accordance with regulatory guidelines.

4. Adhere to the organization’s Code of Ethics and support of identified Position Statements.

5. Model appropriate behavior in interaction with team members, staff, families, community resources and other audiences/customers.

6. Actively participate in personal professional development through use of Performance and Professional Development Plan, training opportunities and interaction with other staff and professionals.

D. Reporting

1. Submit reports to Manager as directed.

2. Utilize designated database software to document progress accurately and consistently toward outcomes, and services as necessary to meet departmental and agency billing/productivity requirements.

3. Utilize electronic time-keeping system to record all time worked.

4. Submit requests for time off in a timely manner.

5. Prepare all necessary reports according to established timelines and in adherence to agency guidelines.

E. Leadership/Industry Relations

1. Seek current knowledge concerning related research and information that will benefit the team.

2. Engage in leadership behavior to contribute to the organization’s growth and development and to the provisio