Description

Job title

Team Leader

Reports to

Program Director

Position Summary

RHD Connecticut (CT) is looking for a Full Time Team Leader to be responsible for coordinating comprehensive services for individuals and their program supports in the Trumbull area. The Team Leader works closely with program leadership, as well as clinical and direct support professionals to ensure that each individual supported is empowered to live the life that they want to live.

How You Can Make a Real Impact:

• Support individuals with disabilities in the activities of their daily life
• Advocate for the dignity rights of every individual
• Promote development and outcomes as outlined in the individual care plan
• Support access to community resources
• Uphold the RHD mission, vision, and values

What We Offer You:

• Commitment to maintaining a values-based and trauma-informed environment for all
• Scholarship program and tuition discounts at local and online colleges and universities
• Comprehensive health care coverage including medical, eye, and dental for qualifying staff
• Retirement savings plan
• Generous paid time off
• On-the-job training

We Are Hiring Dynamic Team Members Who:

• Are 18 years of age or older
• Have a current, valid driver's license
• Are dedicated to enriching and improving the lives of others
• Embody and uphold our organizational values

What You'll Love About RHD:

• Commitment to Values: We are committed to the fundamental value of dignity and respect for all human beings, to the empowerment of our consumers and staff, and to the flexibility to meet the changing needs of all our partners and those we serve
• Dedication to Wellness: We value and prioritize our employees' mental, physical, and emotional health by providing free, online fitness classes, nutrition services, counseling sessions, and webinars on various health-related topics
• Investment in Growth: We offer programs and workshops to our staff that support furthering education and the development of leadership skills

Essential Duties and Functions

Provides support activities in the homes to ensure quality of life for individuals.

Actively participates in the person-centered planning process, including but not limited to:

• attending all planning meetings,
• providing input,
• coordinating the development of training plans,
• ensuring all necessary documentation is completed,
• reviewing progress notes and daily notes,
• monitoring for the implementation of the plan,
• completing monthly reviews, and
• communication with case managers.
• Coordination and oversight of medical appointments, including attending appointments if necessary. Communication with nurses and doctors about consumer's medical needs as appropriate.
• Maintain positive communication and relationships with family members, guardians, staff, and Regional Office personnel about policies, issues, and/or concerns.
• Prepare and submit applicable reports and documentation related to individuals supported by their program.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory bodies.
• Implement and complete continuous quality improvement activities.

Essential Duties Addendum

In collaboration with the Program Management and RN, manage medical care at program sites.

In collaboration with the Program Management, manage weekly consumer finance reconciliation.

Audit Kardex to ensure they reflect current doctor's orders.

Must be certified by DDS CT to administer medication.

Administer medication as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills
• Organizational and time-management skills
• Basic computer and internet literacy with the ability to utilize applications like emails, time recording and other programs to enter and retrieve data as necessary to perform the essential functions of the job
• Must be Med Certified by the State of Connecticut
• Valid Driver's License
• Subject to employment screenings, including FBI clearance. if applicable

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services field, including but not limited to sociology, special education, rehabilitation, nursing, counseling, and psychology or
• An associate degree with Three Year experience working to support individuals with intellectual disabilities or
• A High School Diploma with Five Years' experience

Physical requirements

Lifting Requirements

• Medium: exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

Physical Requirements

• Stand or Sit (stationary position)
• Walk
• Use hands or fingers to handle or feel (operate, activate, prepare, inspect, position)
• Climb (stairs/ladders)
• Talk/Hear (communicate, converse, convey, express/exchange information)
• See (detect, identify, recognize, inspect, assess)
• Pushing or Pulling
• Repetitive Motion
• Reaching (high or low)
• Kneel, Stoop, Crouch or Crawl (position self, move)

Resources for Human Development is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran, or disability status.