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Embassy Management

Team Coordinator

Embassy Management, Olympia, Washington, United States, 98502


External Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:

Include the following other duties may be assigned.

Operational

Oversee all aspect of assigned home/s, including but not limited to, client care, documentation, cleanliness, environmental and implementation of support plans.Work with the schedulers to ensure proper staffing is in place based on the individuals’ contract.Ensure homes are personalized and reflect the interests and taste of the clients living in each home, review the home daily for health and safety concerns.Assist with implementation and have an ongoing working knowledge of all individual support plans and protocols within assigned home locations. Responsible for on sight coaching, encouraging and continuous training for Direct Support Professional (DSP) staff on the individual’s supported to ensure the highest level of support need.Assist with development and tracking of meaningful goals for each client. Monitor goal data in the home to ensure documentations is occurring at the expected frequency and communicate any needed changes to goals to the Program Coordinator.Establishing professional supportive relationships with DSP staff members to create employee engagement and a culture of appreciation.Assist in staff re-training and coaching as identified.Ensure the completion of the New Employee JET training packet and process through direct involvement, verification of skill, and sign off of documents and follow up.Complete reconciliation audits of each client cash account daily and initial form reflecting the audit was completed.Complete the Medication Box Checklist weekly and follow up with all identified concerns. Report any unresolved concerns to the Program Coordinator.Basic compliance checks are to be completed daily, weekly and as needed.Compile and review month end paperwork and turns packets into Program Coordinator.Track DSP signature acknowledgements to ensure 100% signature compliance for all support plans.Complete spend downs to include: submitting a check request, verification of all written consents for purchases have been received, carry out spend down and ensure that all spend down documentation has been filed within one week.Ensure financial limits are in compliance with the max $75 limit per individual supported at the home-site.Ensure each individual supported has a ledger and financial audit for each account ensuring that the amounts match, forms are filled out correctly, follow purchase history, and reflect deposits.Certify that property logs are kept current and accurate.Monitor documentation completion in the home location and assess for trends.Attend medical appointments with the individual supported. Ensure all appointment forms are brought to the office and scripts are faxed to the Pharmacy (as needed). Communicate the outcome of the appointment to the guardian. Ensure appointment form and health care summary is completed and filled out accurately. Communicate with Medical Coordinators to implement new protocols, ensure protocols are followed, and provide training as necessary.Schedule outings, work requirements, SOTP appointments, and doctor appointments for the individual supported. Ensure transportation arrangements are made using public transit, para-transit, staff owned vehicles and/or agency owned vehicles. Immediately report any issues securing transportation to the Program Coordinator. Communicate appointments to Program Coordinator, Guardian and Schedule Coordinator with at least 2 weeks’ notice when possible. Ensure outings and appointments do not overlap and ensure the individual supported has attended all scheduled outings/appointments.Regular communication with the guardian(s) providing updates on the individual supported progress and/or significant events (i.e. hospital visits, IRs, successful events, any change of conditions or behavioral events) and day to day events.Communicate with supporting departments (HR, Training, Nursing, Clinical, QI) as needed.Debrief with staff following significant incidents, train to and utilize Change in Condition (CIC).Monitor daily productivity and compliance of; healthy meal planning, grocery shopping, money count and cash log if applicable, documentation (electronic and in book) and cleanliness standards.Additional projects as assigned.Positive Working Environment

Respect and honor diversity (race, religion, marital status, age, sexual orientation, color, creed, national origin, and abilities.)Maintain respectful relationships which recognize individual’s rights as a citizen and promotes their dignity, well-being, personal choice, and self-esteem.Treat all co-workers with respect and in a manner that will promote teamwork, productivity and a positive working environment.Work collaboratively with others to accomplish goals and/or assigned tasks.Meet expected outcomes or let supervisor know of any needed direction, support or resources to ensure attainment of expected outcomes.Maintains regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.Participate fully, positively and productively in team meetings to assist in achieving the desired outcomes of the meeting.Inform team members of important information that will assist in providing quality supports to the department.Follow dress code guidelines to provide an appropriate role model and to represent quality services.Act according to the guidelines of the company policies procedures and the employee handbook. Maintain working knowledge of these documents by reviewing them at least once a year.Stay calm in challenging situations, maintains positive attitude, and serves as a role model for individuals served and employees.Growth Development

Complete Basic Orientation and attend other in-service training as recommended and/or required.Set and achieve performance and development goals as scheduled through the Annual Employee Assessment and Quarterly Review process.Complete and remain current in First Aid, CPR, Therapeutic Options, Infection Control and Bloodborne Pathogens Training.Safety and Health

Ensure each individuals living environment is safe and sanitary. Provide support services as needed to maintain clean, attractive homes.Ensure individuals are free from abuse, mistreatment and/or neglect and complete all necessary mandated reports.Respond effectively to emergencies and illnesses. Follow procedures and notify supervisor as required.Monitor health needs, including medications, special diets, and notify supervisor of any outstanding needs.Provide assistance to individuals to ensure they receive medications as prescribed, as required. Make consistent and accurate medication passes, following all policy and procedures for medication passes.Provide individuals with adequate supervision that is appropriate to their needs during work hours.Provide Lift and Transfer assistance (may include non-ambulatory individuals) requiring ability to bear and maneuver up to 50 or more pounds of unbalanced weight.Notify supervisor of any needed repairs or other concerns.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of staff delivering residential supported living services to specific home locations. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, budgeting, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

PHYSICAL, SENSORY ENVIRONMENTAL:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Frequently required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb/balance, stoop, kneel or crouch.Often required to sit for long periods of time, use hands and fingers to handle.Frequently required to talk and hear. Quiet to moderate noise level in work environment.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.Must be able to lift and/or transfer a minimum of 50 poundsRequirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Effective communication and interpersonal skills are needed. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must have the ability to satisfy a background check and comply with the company's drug free workplace policy.Must possess a good driving record, provide proof of current driver’s license and insurance if program/job position requires.Must secure and maintain First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days.Must secure and maintain Peer Coach certification within 30 days.Must maintain an active Nursing Assistant Registered (NAR) application or a Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC) through the State of Washington, and remain in good standing.Must be eighteen years of age or older. Some programs/job positions require 21 years or age.Demonstrated competency with skills and abilities to work successfully with the medical needs of supported individual in care.Demonstrated competency in basic knowledge of daily living skills, communication, community interaction and recreation.Demonstrated capacity to be an appropriate role model, including exhibiting mature behavior and making appropriate decisions.