Direct Support Team Lead- 2nd Shift - Bristol, United States - James L. Maher Center

James L. Maher Center

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Bristol, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Location:
Bristol, Middletown RI

Schedule: 3p-11p with 1 weekend day
***: The Direct Support Team Leader (DSTL) is responsible for a variety of duties related to the overall care of
individuals with developmental disabilities who reside in James L. Maher Center (JLMC) residential
programs. This includes direct care of program individuals and implementation of individual plans (IP) and behavior plans (BP).

Direct Support Professionals are required to perform all duties in accordance with State of Rhode Island regulations and JLMC's policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Training:

Completes and maintains all required State mandated trainings such as, Universal Precautions, Medication Administration with a competency assessment test ,CPR / First Aid, Signs & Symptoms of Illness & Injury and Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals (BHDDH) CORE trainings within 90 days of employment;
Attends meetings and training sessions as required by BHDDH and JLMC;
Completes annual trainings related to Participants' IP, BP and related plans;

Daily Programing:

Provides transportation to and from activities;
Assists in the implementation of individual plans for individuals and behavioral plan goals;
Assists individuals in the pursuit of recreational, social and community activities based on their

preferences and individual plans;

Assists and encourages individuals in the establishment of social networks;
Promotes participation and involvement in community outings;
Works all assigned schedules, including but not limited to: arriving and departing on time,

requesting time off in advance, and notifying your supervisor of changes to your assigned work
schedule;

Oversight of med books to ensure accuracy
Input of all daily activity information and SOLANA
Ensure all medical interagency forms are up to date and accurate and ready for all medical appointments
Ensure that all incident reports are completed and handed in a timely fashion
Monitor weekly van inspections to ensure compliance
Monthly inventory for medical supplies
Maintain flexible hours (not just 84:30) in order to show a presence over all shifts
Monitor overtime
Ongoing communication with nurses, finance and Support Coordination to ensure program continuity.
Review of regulatory requirements which include Fire Books, all required paperwork, med books etc.
Provide as needed oncall assistance
DSM and DSS's will all rotate attendance at ISP's, team meetings and manager meetings.
Ensures each individuals' rights are protected;
Treats individuals with dignity and respect;

Activities of Daily Living

Administers medications to individuals as assigned;
Observes individuals for any changes in behavior or health that may have resulted from

medication administration;

Ensures individuals are dressed neatly and appropriately and are groomed at all times;
Assists and encourages individuals to care for immediate personal needs such as toileting,

washing their hands, and eating;

Prepares nutritional meals based on individual needs and preferences;
Encourage individuals to assist in the preparation of meals and snacks as appropriate to their

individual plan and behavior plan;

Keeps residence both interior and exterior and resident personal space clean, organized, and

tidy and encourage them to participation in home beautification and upkeep as appropriate
according to their individual plans;

Teaches individuals daily skills such as household chores, laundry, cleaning, and washing dishes,

as appropriate according to their individual plan;

Communication:

Observes individuals for evidence of injury or bruises and evaluates for changes in emotional and physical status;
Reports any noted problems to the Direct Support Manager or Supervisor immediately and complete a written incident report form;
Reports all medical related incidents to the Direct Support Manager or Supervisor and the delegating nurse;
Acts as a representative for James L. Maher Center in a professional manner when required, to families, service coordinators, State officials, community partners, local businesses, and employers;
Represents James L. Maher Center in a professional manner to families, service coordinators,

State officials, and community partners when required;

Maintains resident confidentiality;
Communicates with Residential Director when items related to individuals personal needs and personal space needs to be purchased;

Teamwork:

Assists the Day and Residential Coordinators in the preparation for the annual Individual

Planning Meeting;

Treats all individuals and coworkers and with dignity, respect, and fairness;
Provides support to other team members when individuals are having behavioral issues;

Documentation: