What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Group Home Team Leader-Intellectual Disabilities Program position at Skills of Central PA?
At Skills of Central PA, people are our priority! If you are searching for a rewarding career in the service of others where building relationships and human kindness are valued, consider a career with Skills.
WE OFFER COMPETITIVE PAYRATES FOR THE TEAM LEADER POSITION!!! $19-$23.35/hr (based on experience)
(CNA or FLS certified: $20.00-$24.50!)
If you are not currently, but want to become FLS certified, we will place you on a career path for certification and would love to talk with you!!!
Skills of Central PA is currently seeking a Residential Team Leader to work in Altoona, PA. The Team Leader-Residential Services directs assigned staff on a daily basis ensuring quality of service. This is a supervisory position that requires multi-tasking, flexibility and the willingness to be trained to meet the program needs. Provides day-to-day variety of everyday living services and care to individuals with disabilities using positive approaches with respect for individual rights. Documentation responsibilities including completing monthly and quarterly reviews, monitoring Behavior Support Plans, when applicable; personnel responsibilities including completing and approving staff time sheets, scheduling staff and completing and participating in staff performance evaluations.
This is a hands-on position and will require direct personal care (bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, medication administration, etc.) for individuals with significant medical needs.
The schedule will vary, but is typically Monday- Friday daylight, however this is a supervisory position and requires a lot of flexibility and the ability to fill in based on the needs of the program, during times of vacancies, when staff call off, etc. Therefore, the candidate must be available for any shift including weekends and holidays as needed. The Team Leader position does require on-call responsibilities as well.
*NADSP or CNA will receive higher pay rate
About the Benefits
Skills offers a great benefits package and a work environment to match!
- Various Schedules Available to Match Your Lifestyle
- Competitive Pay
- Work Vehicle Available While On the Job
- Paid Holidays
- Generous Paid Time Off, Plus Personal Time and Sick Time
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
- Flexible Spending Account for Medical and Dependent Care
- 401K Retirement Program (With Employer Matching)
- Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
- Tuition Assistance for Higher Education
- Employee Wellness Program
- Exceptional Opportunities for Career Growth
- Great Co-workers and a Team to Support You!
About the Requirements
There are a few simple requirements you’ll need for the position:
- 18 years of age or older
- High School diploma or GED equivalent
- 3 years working directly with individuals who require specialized services is preferred.
- Prior supervisory also preferred.
- Valid driver’s license
- Eligible to work in the United States
Skills of Central PA prohibits hiring and employment discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, race, color, disability, ethnic or national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, pregnancy, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, or any other bases under the law. Skills is an equal opportunity service provider and employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $23.35 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Were you referred by a current Skills employee? If so, who?
- Were you referred by a current Skills of Central Pa employee? If so, who?
- Are you available to work weekends and holidays?
- Please provide three dates/times you are available for a virtual (30-min) interview.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Developmental disabilities: 2 years (Required)
- Supervising: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $23