Program Lead

Community Residences•Stratford, CT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for creating a nurturing and positive learning environment for clients, developing strategies to help them cope with social, emotional, and physical situations, and facilitating independent living skills. The position involves implementing Individual Plans of Care, monitoring client progress, administering medication (once certified), assisting with appointments, managing household upkeep, and ensuring client rights and privacy are maintained. The role also requires participation in community-based outings and fostering positive community relationships.

Requirements

Demonstrate organizational ability.
Experience and ability to communicate effectively with persons with developmental disabilities.
Demonstrate some knowledge of educational and behavioral programs.
Demonstrate willingness to learn about current issues in the field of developmental disabilities.
Be able to communicate with people at various ability levels.
Possess organizational abilities to implement programs and services designed to enhance the individual’s learning process.
Possess self-motivation.
Be interested in improving the quality of life for people.
Be interested in household management.
Be interested in teaching.
Display patience, encouraging attitude, optimism, energy, communication skills, and a nurturing temperament.
Have the ability to perform active work, both inside and outside of the program.
Must possess a valid CT driver’s license and have a good driving record.
Must have reliable transportation and may be required to utilize personal vehicle to transport clients.

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma or GED and at least two years of experience in the field of Human Services preferred.
A Bachelor’s degree in a related Human Services area in addition to experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Create a nurturing, positive learning environment and develop strategies to help clients cope effectively with social, emotional, and physical situations of daily living and facilitate independent performance in these areas.
Perform all job functions required, including lifting and transferring 70-75lbs. The work is active and performed both inside and outside of the home.
Utilize approved protective hold techniques to ensure safety.
Implement Individual Plan of Care/Follow-Along Plan based on client needs; record data on teaching strategies, behavior plans, and report client progress, needs, and barriers.
Maintain and document awareness of individual treatment plans, including leisure time, community experiences, public transportation use, safety skills, personal hygiene, and activities of daily living.
Monitor medical, physical, and behavioral changes in individuals daily and report changes to the Supervisor, RN Program Coordinator, or Program Director.
Write up incident reports and submit them to the Program Coordinator or Residential Program Manager within 24 hours.
Administer medication to clients at prescribed times (once certified) in accordance with agency policy and DDS regulatory standards.
Report all errors of medication administration or documentation immediately to the RN, Program Manager, and Program Coordinator.
Monitor and assist in making medical and other related appointments.
Assist and monitor follow-through on all doctors’ orders and recommendations after medical appointments per RN direction.
Participate in the planning, purchasing, and preparation of meals within budgetary resources and ensure clients’ dietary plans are followed.
Maintain the appearance, cleanliness, and upkeep of the house, properties, and vehicle, ensuring they are clean and safe.
Report all repair needs to the Program Manager and/or Program Coordinator in a timely manner.
Conduct oneself in a professional manner when interacting with participants, supervisors, co-workers, families, medical professionals, and community members.
Participate in required training opportunities (in-service training, staff meetings, conferences, etc.) and maintain all required training per agency policy and DDS regulatory requirements.
Provide accurate accounting of agency’s petty cash and client funds in an informative, auditable condition at all times.
Assure individuals’ right to privacy and adhere to CRI’s confidentiality policy.
Take individuals to community-based outings, ensuring all health and safety measures in the Individuals support plan are followed.
Utilize the agency vehicle following state laws and safety procedures.
Familiarize oneself with CRI policies and procedures, ensuring compliance.
Assist in developing a positive neighborhood/community relationship.