Community Living Lead - Spirit Lake

Hope Haven • Spirit Lake, IA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Our Community Living teams are growing, and we need experienced Human Services candidates to lead them! This position guides the lifeblood of what we do; our Leads develop and train our staff, help create a warm, engaging, learning environment for clients and their families, and promote positive, forward-thinking communication.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/ GED or 2 years' experience in Human Services.
• Computer literate or have basic knowledge computer skills
• Ability to make sound decisions in all staff and programming matters
• Take and pass required medication administration course
• Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to acquire an Iowa type “C” license and be insurable driver with our insurance company.
• Ability to pass a health assessment at time of hire and ability to maintain up to date health assessment as requested per regulations.
• Clearance from all applicable background checks as required by service standards.
• Reliable Transportation.
• Provide proof of state minimum automobile insurance coverage.
• Ability to work with children with mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and behavior concerns, providing support in all aspects of daily living as directed by each persons’ individual plan.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing an environment that maximizes each client’s choice and ability in all their daily routines and living skills.
• Develop schedules making adjustments as indicated by programming needs.
• Supervise and evaluate staff according to their performance
• Conduct weekly staff meetings, submitting staff meeting minutes
• Review all staff expenses prior to submission
• Review and approve timekeeper.
• Assist with the development and implementation of the person-centered services, including completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Provide the support and training to individuals as identified in their service plan.
• Ensure that the individual’s physical and mental health needs are being cared for by assisting the individual in arranging necessary appointments.
• Follow all safety procedures and promote safety among employees and persons served.
• Assure the home and property is kept in good repair

Benefits

• Health Insurance coverage by Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Free $15,000 Term Life Insurance Policy
• 403B Retirement Plan with 8% employer match after one year
• Flex Spending – put aside pretax dollars used for medical & dependent care reimbursement.
• Supplemental Benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Voluntary Life.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Temporary Medical Leave (TML)
• Holidays based on status of employment
• Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave
• Jury Duty
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act)
• Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF Program)
• BVU Partnership Educational Benefits
• Pay on Demand with Dayforce Wallet

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED