Coordinator - Residential

Unity Bay•Moncks Corner, SC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Residential Coordinator is responsible for managing and performing consumer plan development and staff supervision in the quality care, treatment and delivery of residential services.

Requirements

Excellent written and oral communication skills
Computer literate using a variety of available software and programs
Ability to perform a variety of tasks, often changing assignments with short notice
Willingness to work flexible hours and locations
Conduct self according to Agency policy
Accept constructive criticism
Accept responsibility and work as a team player and leader
Maintain confidentiality of individual and employee information at all times
Execute duties and represent Berkeley Citizens, Inc., in an efficient, cooperative and ethical manner
Should perform skills necessary to diffuse volatile situations
Have a valid SC Driver’s License and good driving record
Good physical abilities to include: fine and gross motor skills necessary to be able to perform the job, excellent verbal communication (speaking and hearing), visual acuity (reading to include small print) and mathematical concepts
Subject to both indoor and outdoor environments and may be subject to temperature of hot and cold conditions for short periods
May be subjected to possibilities of physical assault, property destruction and may be required to wear protective clothing to prevent infections
BA/BS degree in human services from an accredited college or university
Three years of experience in the field of intellectual disabilities
Two years of experience in supervision

Responsibilities

Conduct/participate in the interviewing, hiring, evaluation, and disciplinary action of employees
Supervise and manage assigned residential direct care staff/caregivers in the care of consumers
Conduct staff/caregiver meetings and provide necessary group or individual training
Conduct on-the-job training for new employees
Inspect employee duty assignments regularly
Follow-up with employees/caregivers regarding mandatory meetings/trainings
Review employee and consumer purchases and provide corrective action where necessary
Review Fire Drills and Disaster Drills and provide corrective action where necessary
Check Medication Administration Records for accuracy
Conduct announced and unannounced visits of assigned residences/homes when employees/caregivers and consumers are present (including weekend, weekday, and third shift visits)
Coordinate/conduct activities with appropriate employees/caregivers to correct problems discovered during inspections and reviews
Perform treatment and care planning activities for assigned consumer
Coordinate the completion and revision of comprehensive functional assessments
Monitor consumer progress and staff/caregiver implementation of program plans monthly
Revise objectives and program plans
Prepare Called Team meeting notes
Review health and behavior support reports and follow-up on necessary interventions
Coordinate treatment plan changes, consumer issues/concerns with appropriate staff
Coordinate scheduling respite for Caregivers (CTHI)
Review time off requests and coordinate scheduling needs before approving the request
Cover shift when appropriate/timely coverage cannot be located
Assist in coordinating medical and psychiatric services/appointments with Nursing Department
Perform, or coordinate staff, in training activities (shopping, checking meds, checking finances, etc.) with consumers receiving SLP I services, as assigned
Attend and participate in the other Departmental annual and called plan meetings of assigned consumers
Review consumer fund balances, expenditures, and personal property inventory
Complete Consumer Financial Plan annually
Coordinate activities to maintain Medicaid eligibility of consumers
Review and finalize General Event Reports and conduct follow-up activities
Maintain ongoing progress notes of consumer and family events
Maintain records in software provided by Agency to ensure HIPAA compliance
Review/analyze trends available in various software programs (Personnel and Consumer)
Interact with consumers to acquire their satisfaction with services, needs, etc
Keep families informed of significant events
Obtain Informed Consent for restrictive programs and non-medical informed consent from consumer and family, forward consents to appropriate staff
Participate in and coordinate training of Behavior Support Plans
Prepare behavioral information for Psychotropic Drug Review and Human Rights Committee Meetings
Carry phone, at all times, for emergency and after-hour critical issues
Assess critical behavioral incident and inform agency nurse of situation to request medication evaluation if situation cannot be resolved by other means
Participate in Residential Department Staff meetings, committee meetings as assigned and attend after-hour events that support activities of the Agency
Perform assignments during Agency crisis and weather emergencies
Assist consumer movement decisions; Prepare and review admission packet with consumer and family
Prepare and submit agency purchase orders to Residential Director
Submit weekly schedule to Residential Director
Other related duties as assigned