Assistant Living Services Manager

Company: CASA ALLEGRA COMMUNITY SERVICES
Location: San Rafael
Posted on: January 8, 2021

Job Description:

Description:Hours: Full-Time (40 hours/week Flexible)24/7 AvailabilityReports to: Living Services ManagerFSLA Status: ExemptSALARY: $Varies + Phone Stipend, Medical, Sick, Vacation, & HolidayCasa Allegra Community Services is a non-profit that provides services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We specialize in creating individualized supports that cater to each person.PURPOSEThe Living Services Assistant Manager is responsible to support Supported and Residential living services to ensure clients support, maintain safety, encourage healthy lifestyle, oversight of staff, and adhering to program policies and procedures.TASKSAdministrativeWork with Client Resource Coordinator to administer and get access to generic supports and community resources (IHSS, Sec. 8, Medi-Cal Redetermination)Schedule job interviews for the Managers, as neededFiling and maintenance of client permanent bindersClient Bill Pay as neededParticipate in continuing educationActively participate in CACS fundraising effortsPerform all duties required by the Manager of Supported LivingPersonnelAssist with support and supervision of the supported living staff and coordinatorsAssist when needed with personnel issues, client challenges, parents, etc.Assist in developing staff schedulesAssist with review and approval of time cards through electronic time and attendance systemAssist in hiring of and orientation for new support professionalsAssist with initial and annual personnel requirements with Human ResourcesCoordination of staff and coordinator meetings with the managerCoverage of coordinators during leavesCoverage of manager during leavesAssist colleagues when work load necessitatesSupportsWork with coordinators and direct support professionals (DSP) to ensure the client's access to the best life possible as dictated by the ISP.Work with coordinators to promote good judgment in a safe and healthy environment for the people they supportDevelop relationships with the clientsAttend meetings as necessaryFill in as emergency staff as neededSchedule and accompany clients to their medical appointments as needed. Requirements:QUALIFICATIONSHigh School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) preferredExperience with people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)Valid Driver's LicensePass background checkA vehicle in documented good working orderUp to date CPR certificationKNOWLEDGEPsychology - Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.Health & Safety -Knowledge of relevant safety equipment, policies, procedures, strategies, and first aid.English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.Technology- Knowledge of time and attendance system, ability to navigate the web, and communications (email, text, & phone).Client Support - You must adhere to:Code of Ethics delineated in the National Alliance for Direct Support Processionals.Understanding of Client's RightsPerson Centered ThinkingPrinciples of Supported LivingPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSRequires the ability to be mobile (including, but not limited to lifting, bending, squatting, crouching, twisting).Ability to lift 50 llbs.Ability to see and respond to dangerous situationsSKILLSBasic SkillsActive Learning- Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.Active Listening- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.Critical Thinking- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.Learning Strategies- Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.Monitoring- Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself to make improvements or take corrective action.Reading Comprehension- Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.Speaking- Talking to others to convey information effectively.Writing- Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.Social SkillsCoordination- Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.Instructing- Teaching others how to do something.Negotiation- Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.Persuasion- Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.Service Orientation- Actively looking for ways to help people.Social Perceptiveness- Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.Teamwork- Ability to effectively work in a team and respect co-workers.Self-Directed- Ability to work independentlyOutreach- Develop and productive relationships with employers and co-workers at volunteer and job sites, and in self-employment situations.Be professional with family members, care providers, Regional Center and circle of supports.Decision Making- Ability to make good judgement that benefit the client and their preference.Role Model- Be a positive role model for client, including age-appropriate, socially acceptable behavior.

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