Residential Facilitator

Job Summary

The Residential Facilitator works under the supervision of the House Manager/Administrator and is responsible for the efficient operation of the facility and providing quality services and advocacy to the residents. Provides individualized quality care to residents in an environment which promotes their rights dignity and freedom of choice; implements programs and services as specified in the residents individualized service plan; completes and accurately reports all information documenting the care and services provided in keeping with licensing regulations and Agency policies.

Tasks Duties and Responsibilities

• Knowledgeable of residents rights and ensures an atmosphere that allows for the privacy dignity and wellbeing of all residents in a safe secure environment.
• Supports cooperates with and implements specific procedures and programs for:
  • Safety including universal precautions and safe work practices established fire/safety/disaster plans risk management and security; reports and/or corrects unsafe working conditions; identifies equipment repair and maintenance needs.
  • Confidentiality of all data including residents employee and operations data.
  • Compliance with all regulatory requirements.
  • Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.
• Cooperates and works together with all coworkers; plans and completes job duties with minimal supervisory direction including appropriate judgment.
• Conducts oneself in a tactful professional manner in all forms of communication and interpersonal relationships.
• Checks in as appropriate with supervisor coworkers or consumers regarding reported complaints problems and concerns.
• Promotes positive public relations with residents family members guests and government representatives.
• Completes requirements for inservice training house meetings acceptable attendance dress codes including personal hygiene and other work duties as assigned.
• Attends and participates in Agency meetings as required.
• Participates as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team and contributes to the service planning process.
• Demonstrates knowledge of individualized service plan and program delivery.
• Documents pertinent information in residents records in the form of interdisciplinary notes and other appropriate record entries.
• Provides individualized care and attention which may include assistance with grooming bathing oral hygiene feeding incontinent care toileting prosthetic appliances transferring range of motion communication or other needs in keeping with the individuals care requirements.
• Assists residents in performing housekeeping tasks such as laundry bedmaking meal prep cooking and housecleaning.
• Administers medications as outlined by agency protocol.
• Monitors residents personal possession inventory.
• Encourages community activities daily.
• Drives HGH vehicles in a safe and responsible manner while transporting residents to doctors appointments recreational activities and other events. Follows guidelines and all vehicle safety procedures.
• Completes all paperwork data collection on ISP goals in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintains a flexible work schedule with the flexibility to work various hours and other houses as assigned.
• Maintains fiscal responsibilities of the house. Provides receipts for purchases in a timely manner.
• Communicates pertinent staff and physical plant information to appropriate support or administrative staff.
• Reports all safety concerns or maintenance requests immediately.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Values

Innovation We encourage creativity and innovation because we believe that by striving for more efficient and effective ways of doing things we can achieve exceptional results. Our drive for success is shared by all. Our organization focuses on solutions and refuses to maintain the status quo. We challenge our team to be ahead of industry trends as we strive to lead and not follow.

Collaboration We believe that working together collaboratively is the foundation of a culture that values teamwork communication and cooperation. This belief is central to every part of our business both internally and externally and strengthens our community.

Accountability We take responsibility for our actions and for delivering on our commitments. We believe that by being transparent and accountable we build trust and maintain the respect of our stakeholders.

Respect We treat everyone with respect and dignity. We value inclusivity and believe that by upholding a culture of respect we can foster a positive and supportive work environment. We treat others as we would want to be treated.

Empathy We value empathy and understanding in all our interactions. We seek to understand the perspectives and needs of our colleagues clients and stakeholders to meet them with kindness and compassion.

Knowledge Skills and Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• A minimum of 18 months experience 24 months or more experience preferred) providing support to individuals with developmental disabilities who require high levels of behavior support.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire.
• Must pass a preemployment health screening/TB Test; and annually thereafter.
• Have a criminal records clearance from DHS and/or DSS (Live Scan fingerprinting).
• Must possess a valid California drivers license proof of safe driving record (current DMV report required) and have 24 months of licensed driving experience.
• Must read write speak and understand the English language.
• Physically able to walk bend stoop sit stand reach and lift items weighing 30 pounds or less repeatedly during a shift and up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Must possess and maintain the skills necessary to safely and efficiently operate general office and household equipment and machines used in the performance of this job. Including but not limited to: Telephone/Fax/Scanner computer and/or tablet standard household and meal preparation appliances.
• Knowledge of Title 17 and Title 22 regulations preferred.
• Knowledge of HIPAA Guidelines and Patient Privacy. Respects confidentiality of Protected Health Information (PHI) used for treatment payment care and services of residents.
• Must complete all required new hire training including CPR/First Aid within first 40hours of employment.
• Must successfully complete Medication Administration training within first 30days of employment.
• Must successfully complete ProAct training within the first 120 days of employment.
• Must obtain Year 1 Direct Support Professional Training (DSPT) certification within the first year of employment either through the successful completion of the required 35hour DSP Year 1 training course or DSP Year 1 Challenge Test.
• Must obtain Year 2 Direct Support Professional Training (DSPT) certification within the second year of employment either through the successful completion of the required 35hour DSP Year 2 training course or DSP Year 2 Challenge Test.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Working with individuals who may be aggressive towards themselves or others. Implementation of handson behavioral management strategies as trained may be needed daily.
• Regular and frequent physical activity including walking standing sitting reaching carrying lifting bending twisting stooping kneeling; helping with lifting moving and transferring residents from wheelchairs shower chairs toilets beds chairs etc. to a variety of locations within the home and community. May be required to lift to 30lbs on a regular basis and up to 50 lbs. on an occasional basis.
• A significant amount of community integration and movement of residents using the agency vehicle to medical appointments stores local community sites agencies schools and day programs.
• Patience and the ability to tolerate frustrating situations is preferred.
• Potential exposure to communicable medical conditions.
• Willingness to work a flexible or varied schedule overtime weekend and holiday hours as necessary to meet operational and residents needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Home of Guiding Hands is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity/expression) age marital status status as a protected veteran among other things or status as a qualified individual with disability.

About HGH

Home of Guiding Hands is a nonprofit organization that was established in 1967 by a small group of dedicated and ambitious community members. The Mission of HGH is to improve the lives of those we serve. We support children and adults in San Diego and Imperial Counties with intellectual and developmental disabilities such as Down syndrome epilepsy autism and cerebral palsy. We provide a full continuum of care including residential care in specialized group homes independent living support respite care and adult foster home services. Additionally we provide early childhood assessments and services tailored day support Life Planning workshops countywide transportation services and onsite activities at our resource center.

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