To ensure that the house is operated in response to each consumer’s benefit and in compliance with relevant regulations.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop activities in and outside of the house
Ensure consumer diet and nutrition in all aspects i.e., menu plans, weight records etc.
Monitoring consumer’s health through contact with physicians, dentists, and other treatment personnel
Ensures Consumer’s program plans are followed
Responsible for hiring, training, evaluating and in conjunction with Director, terminating of staff for the house
Responsible for supervision of all staff
Act as a resource to direct care staff
Writes and conducts three-month performance review of new direct care staff and their formal written annual performance review
Conducts weekly supervision with full time direct care staff
Participates in the monthly staff meetings
Meets regular with the Clinical Team to provide ongoing monitoring of progress of consumer programs and consumer progress
Ensures that all staff receives the mandated in-service training
Conducts orientation program for all new direct care staff
Obtains and maintains AMAP/CPR/First Aid/SCIP-R certifications
Provide Direct Care Services as needed

Qualification
A minimum of high school diploma or GED
A clean and valid NYS driver’s license preferred
Experience working with people with developmental disabilities/traumatic brain injured preferred
Working knowledge of OPWDD regulations.
Familiarity with Justice Center requirements
Ability to handle emergencies in a professional manner.
Has a good attitude/team spirit
A good role model for consumers
Demonstrates a high level of professionalism with co-workers and supervisors
Demonstrates respect for individuals
Demonstrates the ability to work as a team with co-workers
Demonstrates respect for supervisors and a willingness to learn
Maintains standard of high-quality work
Maintains high quality productivity
Demonstrates good judgment and decision-making

SCO Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employment Employer.

Statement
SCO Family of Services is committed to ensuring the safety of our clients. All staff are screened and trained. Any inappropriate interactions with clients are taken seriously. We will fully cooperate with the authorities in any case of abuse.