Lead Resident Advisor

Starting Pay Range: $20.00

PURPOSE:

Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Lead Resident Advisor guides, assists and instructs residents in activities for independent functioning. This role will be cross trained across all homes and provide direct support to Program Managers with administrative tasks, as well as working open shifts where needed. Responsibilities will be performed in accordance with Interact’s CHS policies and procedures.

SCHEDULE:

Must demonstrate flexibility with a schedule that will vary from week to week, depending on staffing needs, emergency situations and any other issues that may arise as it pertains to meeting the clients’ needs. The schedule will include two 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. shifts, two 3 p.m. – 11 p.m. shifts, and one Saturday or Sunday shift each week.

FUNCTIONS:

1. The Lead Resident Advisor’s responsibility is to prepare residents for independent living under the direction of the Program Manager.
2. The Lead Resident Advisor will assist the Program Manager with:

• Shopping
• Monitoring to ensure diets are being followed as prescribed
• Calling the pharmacy for medication refills as needed
• Other administrative tasks as assigned

1. The Lead Resident Advisor will assist, instruct, and monitor residents in all activities for independent functioning, including situations relating to their health, welfare, and safety, under the guidance of the Program Manager and in conjunction with the Interdisciplinary Team.

• Fill in shifts as needed in any of the homes in the CHS program.
• Incorporate being part of the team in the development of Individual Service Plans (ISP), and the implementation of goals
• Ensure that team members are informed of issues and concerns, when necessary
• Ensure documentation is completed daily in accordance with Agency and government policy and procedure
• Complete skill assessments as needed
• Assist in the planning, preparation for and implementation of activities for residents
• Go on community outings with residents
• Accompany and advocate for residents at medical, BSU, social service appointments, etc.
• Assist in crisis intervention and follow established proce­dures
• Assist residents with maintaining appropriate family contacts

1. Interacts with clients and other staff in a positive, con­structive and professional manner.
2. Participates in training as assigned.
3. Must function in full compliance with all applicable policies and procedures, federal state and local laws and Interact’s Code of Conduct.
4. Must participate in Interact’s Compliance Program including reporting suspected violations of the compliance program or applicable laws or regulations to supervisor/manager/director or the Compliance Officer.
5. Adheres to safe work practices.
6. Any other job duties that are assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma and 3 years of experience or specialized training in intellectual and developmental disabilities. Associates degree preferred.

 REQUIREMENTS:

1. Required to have a valid driver’s license from the state of residence with a minimum of one (1) year driving experience; a driving record free of at-fault accidents and/or moving violations within the past year, preferred. Must have the ability to drive a car or van as needed.
2. Ability to communicate with and relate to individuals with Intellectual disabilities.
3. Good written and verbal communication skills.
4. Ability to work in an unstructured environment and display individual initiative, creativity, good judgment and effective operational skills.
5. Certification in Medication Administration, CPR, First Aid, Fire Safety Training within the first six months of employment.
6. Ability to lift a minimum of sixty (60) pounds and be able to perform transfer after training.
7. Clearance in accordance with PA Acts 33 & 80.
8. Ability to provide a satisfactory physical examination statement prior to date of hire and every two years thereafter.
9. Must complete initial NADSP certification and maintain recertification requirements outlined in the NADSP Credentialing Process form.

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