House Coordinator/Floater

Ability Plus Inc•Huntsville, AL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The House Coordinator/Floater trains and supervises Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and provides hands-on care and supervision to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, following each person's Person-Centered Plan (PCP), Behavioral Support Plan (BSP), and medical care plan. Floaters work at least five days in an assigned shift in residential homes, including weekends, and travel among homes as needed to address staffing requirements and scheduling gaps. The role oversees residential home operations and staff performance, supports resident care and training, ensures compliance with company and state requirements, and maintains records, schedules, budgets, and other administrative documentation. It also involves coordinating with families and management, assisting with admissions and transitions, responding to emergencies, and handling specified home and vehicle maintenance responsibilities. In-person interaction is essential.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 19 years of age.
Valid U.S. driver's license and an acceptable driving record as determined by API's insurance carrier.
Acceptable background check.
Active state-required training and certifications.
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external personnel verbally and in writing, and to prepare complete, concise, clear reports in English.
Strong motivation, organization, team-building, and leadership skills.
Ability to examine and participate in re-engineering operational procedures.
Ability to intervene during crisis situations.
Ability to motivate teams and manage several projects simultaneously.
Adequate vision and hearing to supervise clients properly.
Ability to remain alert and awake at all times.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and a flexible schedule, including weekends and evenings.
Ability to perform the physical duties listed, including lifting up to 50 pounds, transferring consumers with or without mechanical lifts, pushing wheelchairs, and bending, standing, climbing, kneeling, and twisting.
Ability to work in person; in-person interaction is essential.

Nice To Haves

Two to three years of direct-care experience with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Previous management and leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Instruct, supervise, train, and support DSPs providing direct care and supervision to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Manage, coordinate, instruct, and monitor DSPs to support goals in LSPs and BSPs.
Travel between residential locations to meet staffing needs and fill scheduling gaps.
Oversee resident care and training and ensure medical needs and plans are implemented promptly and properly.
Ensure staff comply with Ability Plus policies and procedures and applicable state regulations.
Provide on-site management, including requesting routine home and vehicle maintenance and monitoring health, safety, petty cash, and regulatory compliance.
Identify employee training needs and monitor staff in-service, Comprehensive Support Services Team, and support group meeting attendance.
Complete vehicle maintenance as defined for the position.
Monitor group home operations for efficiency, quality, service, and appropriate resource management.
Evaluate team member performance against company policies, objectives, and contributions to organizational goals.
Oversee residential home operations, including facilities and reporting operating and financial performance.
Develop professional working relationships with team members and supportive relationships with individuals served.
Maintain daily records and reports, including time and attendance; review books and logs and complete administrative paperwork promptly.
Coordinate contact with family members and maintain accurate staff performance records.
Complete residential responsibilities, including monthly staff schedules, shopping, budgeting, and assigned areas of concentration.
Carry a cell phone and laptop, coordinate emergency coverage, and remain on call as required for acute or critical situations.
Work with the QDDP to keep residential homes appropriately staffed at all times.
Conduct and actively participate in house meetings.
Coordinate with the API management team on screening, pre-placement, and intake of new consumers and assist with transitions for discharged individuals.
Carry out directions and other duties assigned by the QDDP, Program Director, and/or Employee Relations.
Conduct required evacuation drills and other safety training.
Perform housekeeping duties and prepare meals as required.