MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES!

The Phoenix Residence is an organization that cares about its employees! Full-time support professionals receive a bonus of at least $1,500 this year! We are committed to putting more money in the pockets of our staff.

We have an opening for a House Supervisor. In this position you will supervise the day to day activities and routines performed by staff working directly with the individuals.

Management:

• Is responsible for the training, supervision, evaluation and management of the Direct Support Professional staff.
• Conduct required staff audits including: safety checks, equipment monitoring, medication administration observations, cooking observations, and all other audits used to measure and assure quality of services to the individuals.
• Displays positive conduct and leadership, serves as a mentor and coach to Direct Support Professionals staff and individuals.
• Evaluates employee performance and addresses performance issues according to established procedures in conjunction with the Program Manager.
• The House Supervisor will demonstrate and train staff in the correct performance of all activities of daily living, community integration, medication administration, cooking and medical appointments participation.

Individual Services:

• Performs all direct care duties, includes lifting up to 75 pounds and safely uses transfer equipment for individuals living in the home.
• Completes household operations, including but not limited to: cooking, cleaning, laundry, ordering groceries and supplies as necessary. Plans menus, grocery shops, and prepares meals.
• Develops, trains, and implements programs, goals, and outcomes in conjunction with Program Manager.
• Advocates for the needs of the individuals residing within the home.
• Organizes, supervises, and participates in activities and community integration opportunities. Maintains safe driving record, with the ability to drive company vehicles.
• Assures protection of individuals' finances and resources.
• Identifies and responds to individual needs in emotional and social areas; however, intervention in these areas does not fall within the meaning of psychotherapy.
• Performs tasks which fall within Category II of infection control; which may include exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue.

Safety:

• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures, fosters awareness and actions that promote a safe living and working environment.
• Follows established lifting and transfer guidelines. Trains others in proper lifting techniques and body mechanics.

Regulation Compliance:

• Understands, implements, and complies with all policies, procedures, and philosophy of PRI; as well as all rules and regulations of licensing agencies. Has working knowledge of rules and regulations.
• Completes all required documentation.

Development of Position:

• Attends all mandatory in-services and meets annual training requirements.
• Takes on extra projects, participates on at least one committee, and other committees as necessary.

Customer/Human Relations:

• Communicates effectively with individuals, staff, supervisors, families, interdisciplinary team members, and other customers verbally and in writing.
• Displays cooperative, supportive and positive conduct and presents self as an effective role model in representing The Phoenix Residence.

The House Supervisor will assume additional responsibilities as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates or Bachelor's Degree preferred, or high school diploma and three years of experience working in health and human services preferred experience with persons with developmental and physical disabilities.
• Supervisory and management experience preferred not required.
• CPR, First Aid, and Trained Medication Passer certified within first sixty (60) days of employment.
• Holds valid driver's license and maintains a safe driving record in order to drive company vehicles. Trained to drive Phoenix owned vehicles within first sixty (60) days of employment.
• Ability to provide 24-hour coverage directly and indirectly.
• Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving, and decision making skills.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 75 pounds, which includes lifting objects and lifting and transferring individuals. Ability to sit, stands, stoop, bend, reach, and push/pull wheelchairs.
• Ability to see and hear in order to make assessments.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
• Ability to respond to emergencies in accordance with procedures and guidelines.
• Ability to be employed full-time.