Team Lead - Caregiver (Residential Habilitation & Supported Living Services)

Caregiver•Ammon, ID

15d•Onsite

About The Position

HAS, LLC is hiring an experienced caregiver to serve as a Team Leader/House Coordinator for Residential Habilitation and Supported Living Services. The role supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities while providing leadership and support to coworkers. Team Leaders apply the company’s values of Independence, Individuality, Inclusion, and Integrity in their work and oversee the quality of care in an assigned home with specific clients and employees. The position is based in person and includes 24/7 on-call responsibility for the assigned home.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Be a high school graduate, have a GED, or demonstrate the ability to provide services according to a plan of service.
Pass a criminal background check and drug screening.
Be certified in first aid and CPR; the employer can help obtain these certifications.
Be certified to pass medications (Assistance with Medications); the employer can help obtain this certification.
Have a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance.
Have previous caregiving experience.
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Be able to work collaboratively with a diverse team.
Be flexible to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Have working knowledge of computers and be able to complete digital charting accurately and in a timely manner.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

Oversee all activity and quality of care in the assigned home.
Lead and support team members assigned to the home; team members report to the Team Leader.
Check daily charting to confirm required documentation is completed, including MARs, ADLs, goals, and client time.
Be on call 24/7 for the assigned home, respond to behavioral-related calls, de-escalate situations or provide crisis intervention, and fill shifts when required.
Work with the Regional Scheduler to resolve scheduling issues and fill vacant shifts as needed.
Notify the nurse of medication discrepancies.
Coordinate with the QIDP and regional nurse regarding participants’ behavioral and medical needs, appointments, meetings, finances, and activities.
Ensure client and house binders are stocked with necessary forms.
Act as a liaison between employees and upper management, sharing concerns and suggestions for improvement.
Create and implement chore charts, weekly menus, and activity schedules.
Assist clients with shopping for groceries and household items.