Assistant Day Program Manager

Res-Care, Inc.•North Highlands, CA

35d•$19

About The Position

Are you driven to serve and help others in your community? Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals (DSP) are the heart of our company with their compassion, dependability, and care. If you want to make an impact by helping people live their best life, read more below and apply today!

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Diploma equivalent required
Obtain credential of Registered Behavior Technician prior to working with clients
Have a minimum of one year experience as a Direct Care Staff, in an Acute Rehab Medical facility with a Service Level 4G or higher or Resident Case Load 12-14 facility; prefer experience working with people who have Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Have certification and/or licensure as a Licensed Psychiatric Technician; Psychological Assistant; or Associate Licensed Clinical Social Staff; or an individual with a combination of experience and education working with the developmentally disabled and mentally ill
For Psychological Assistant or Associate Licensed Clinical Social Worker, two years' experience in designing and/or implementing behavior modification services are required
Have completed Direct Support Professionals I and II training and certification prior to working with clients
Fingerprint cleared prior to working with residents/facility
Must obtain and maintain current certification in Cardiopulmonary/First Aide/Automated External Defibrillator, including training of abdominal thrust technique prior to working with clients
Certification must be from an in-person class that includes hands-on instruction
Must obtain and maintain current certification of Crisis Prevention Institute training prior to working with clients
Must complete Solutions-building curriculum per requirements
Lead Direct Support Professionals must be in good physical health, verified by a health screening that includes a test for tuberculosis, performed by or under the supervision of a physician not more than one year prior to or seven days after employment or licensure
Training required to implement the health care plan for a resident with a restricted health condition, if applicable
Knowledge of the requirements for providing the type of care and supervision needed by clients, including ability to communicate with such clients
Capable of working with highly confidential information
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Ability to communicate verbally and written with all levels of personnel, internal and external
Possess a valid driver's license

Responsibilities

The Lead Direct Care Staff will provide support and training for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities and/or other related disorders. This support and training will include, but not be limited to: emotional support, physical support and monitoring, and life skills development, which will lead to increased independence and community participation for clients. The Lead Direct Care Staff may assist with hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating employee performance, and other supervisory duties as assigned.
Collect and report management information to ensure continuous evaluation and improvement of operations
Work to create a positive work environment and proper deployment of direct care staff
Report safety and maintenance concerns as necessary
Implement fiscal processes and loss control programs to ensure appropriate allocation of financial resources
Provide oversight of menu planning and grocery shopping
Monitor the budgets and finances of the person(s) served
Address and correct health, safety, and environmental concerns
Coach and mentor support staff
Attend and participate in announced meetings
Other duties as assigned