Under general supervision and in collaboration with other members of the health care team, uses clinical judgment skills to diagnose and treat human responses to actual or potential health problems. The RN is responsible for assessing, planning, directing, providing and evaluation nursing care for patients and coordinating nurses care activities with other health care disciplines.

• Assessment: standard of performance: Performs accurate multi-system assessments, including; biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care, education needs and discharge planning needs. Identifies deviations from normal on routine lab diagnostic tests. Reassesses patient throughout hospitalization. Performs complete discharge assessment.
• Planning: standard of performance: Develops an individual nursing plan of care. Nursing plan of care is sensitive to the developmental needs of the patient. Coordinates patient care activities and discharge planning with other hospital and clinic departments and community agencies. Develops patient teaching plan and documents on care plan or teaching plan. Appropriately delegates patient care activities based on patients condition and scope of practice of other health care providers. Established priories for patient care. Classifies acuity level of assigned patients.
• Implementation: standard of performance: Initiates appropriate measures based on protocol for the management of the medical and/or surgical patient. Bases nursing care on protocol in place for management of each patient. Correctly carries out the physicians plan of care. Accurately documents in the emr. Documents care according to policy and procedure. Utilizes a multidisciplinary approach when appropriate. Performs all necessary procedures correctly. Utilizes available teaching plans in addressing patient teaching needs. Accurately calculates and administers medications. Initiates appropriate measures in emergency situations.
• Evaluation: standard of performance: Evaluates assessment methods, plan of care, and patients response to treatment. Participates in unit quality assurance activities.

• Minimum nine (9) months of RN experience.

• One (1) year of current ED experience or successful completion of the Kaiser Permanente New Grad Internship Program in the Emergency Department.

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

• Basic Life Support required at hire
  

• Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course within 6 months of hire OR Pediatric Advanced Life Support within 6 months of hire
  

• Registered Nurse License (Oregon)
  

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  

• NIH Stroke Scale Certificate within 3 months of hire
  

• Computer keyboarding skills.

• Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course

• Previous health care experience.
  
• Bachelors degree in nursing or related field.

• CEN preferred.
• TNCC preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and interpret cardiac dysrhythmias preferred.
• A desire and ability to function within the nursing process preferred.
• A desire and ability to function within professional and personnel standards as defined.
• Ability to use and apply effective communication and interpersonal relationship skills preferred.

The RN participates as a member of the health care team in delivering quality health care to patients, which supports Kaiser Permanentes mission, vision and values. The RN provides a variety of nursing services both in person and by phone utilizing the nursing process and leadership skills to address acute and chronic needs of Health Plan members and other patients of the Kaiser Permanente Health Care Program. He/she works under the general direction of the designated supervisor.

 

• Professional Competencies: Demonstrates personal commitment to service and to socially relevant practice. Demonstrates behaviors that illustrate commitment to KP Promise (quality you can trust, caring with a personal touch, convenient and easy and affordable). Adheres to Quality of Service Standards and Behavioral Guidelines.


• Demonstrates ethical and legal behavior in all professional activities. Acts as an advocate for individuals, groups and communities. Demonstrates accountability for own ethical behavior and for delegated actions. Demonstrates responsible and accountable behavior concerning own work schedule. Understands and supports Kaiser Permanente policies, legal considerations and professional ethics. Adheres to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and confidentiality policies.


• Utilizes a critical thinking approach to problem solve and make decisions. Applies analytical reasoning, reflection and rational problem-solving skills, using verifiable information, and clinical judgment, in order to choose among alternative solutions to clinical problems. Fosters and uses innovative thinking to create alternative solutions. Demonstrates the ability to analyze, synthesize and utilize data to provide optimal nursing care.


• Understands and provides competent care to a diverse population. Uses knowledge of cultural differences to provide nursing care that is sensitive to and consistent with cultural values, beliefs, and customs. Provides culturally sensitive teaching materials to individuals, families and groups.


• Practices health care team building and leadership skills. Applies leadership skills to facilitate effective team functioning and operations of the module or department. Role models and facilitates change within the health care team to respond to health care and organizational needs. Directs, delegates and monitors quality of care delivered by the health care team and brings deviations to the attention of staff involved and Team Leader. Mentors new staff and assists with orientation and staff development needs. Collaborates with Team Leader and Manager in setting quality standards for nursing care and in the development of policies and procedures. Provides input to Team Leader and Manager about the job performance of other RNs, LPNs and unlicensed personnel in the health care team. Demonstrates commitment to customer service.


• Participates in population-based care activities: Participates in out reach and in reach activities to meet clinical targets. Effectively identifies needs and provides prevention, early intervention and ongoing health education for panel population, individual patient and family. Assists individuals and groups to learn self-management skills that promote and protect health. Develops teaching plans for individuals and groups related to health promotion and disease prevention.


• Demonstrates technological literacy in using computerized information systems.  Accesses, evaluates and uses data and information from a wide range of resources. Demonstrates effective use of computer-based information and practice management systems for decision support, provision of care, continuous quality improvement and professional development. Provides input to the development of information systems that impact the provision of patient care. Facilitates the members use of health care technologies.


• Participates in ongoing continuing education activities and shares knowledge with other health care team members. Demonstrates commitment to continuous learning that advances professional nursing practice. Demonstrates ability to identify own learning needs. Actively works to address personal and professional growth needs. Serves as resource, mentor and role model for other members of the health care team.


• Clinical Competencies: Provides evidence-based, clinically competent nursing care in a culturally sensitive manner. Plans, implements, manages, coordinates and evaluates a plan of care across the care continuum. Facilitates member wellness and function and identifies needs for health care interventions. Utilizes appropriate assessment tools, processes, clinical pathways and guidelines to manage patient care. Integrates theory and research-based knowledge in the provision of direct and indirect nursing care. Performs and modifies therapeutic and preventive nursing measures and administers treatments and medications as authorized by law and determined by the State Board of Nursing. Performs skilled nursing tasks competently and demonstrates operational knowledge of procedures and equipment. Performs triage and telephone advice independently and within scope of the Oregon and/or Washington Nurse Practice Acts. Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for staff, patients and family members. Participates in the research process. Documents the nursing care provided which demonstrates the application of the nursing process and complies with departmental and/or organizational standards.


• Applies effective oral and written communication skills in interacting with patients, families and members of the health care team. This includes effective negotiation and conflict management skills.


• Organizational Competencies: Recognizes the impact of systems on health care delivery. Facilitates coordination of care across all settings with particular attention to transitional needs. Functions within interdisciplinary teams in a manner that promotes coordination, mutual respect and timely response to the patients health care needs.


• Acts as an advocate for individuals and groups with unmet health needs.


• Applies the knowledge and tools of continuous improvement in clinical practice and the delivery of health care.

• Minimum two (2) years of RN experience in acute care or ambulatory care/clinic setting within the last five (5) years.

• Minimum two (2) years of experience circulating in an inpatient or ambulatory surgery operating room in the past 5 years.

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

• Registered Nurse License (Oregon)
  

• Basic Life Support
  

• Demonstrates clinical nursing and leadership skills.
• Able to type 20 words per minute.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn computerized information systems.
• Demonstrates ability to work within teams and within a dynamic work environment.
• Customer focused.

• Previous experience with population care/case management, triage and advice.
• Current or future bachelors degree in nursing or related field.

• Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of operating room circulating and scrubbing experience
• (2) years of experience circulating in an inpatient or ambulatory surgery operating room in the past three (3) years.
• Nurse Operating Room Certificate (US-CNOR) preferred
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (US-ACLS) preferred
• Pre-Op area skills
• IV start skills

Under general supervision and in collaboration with other members of the health care team, uses clinical judgment skills to diagnose and treat human responses to actual or potential health problems. The RN is responsible for assessing, planning, directing, providing and evaluation nursing care for patients and coordinating nurses care activities with other health care disciplines.

• Assessment: standard of performance: Performs accurate multi-system assessments, including; biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care, education needs and discharge planning needs. Identifies deviations from normal on routine lab diagnostic tests. Reassesses patient throughout hospitalization. Performs complete discharge assessment.
• Planning: standard of performance: Develops an individual nursing plan of care. Nursing plan of care is sensitive to the developmental needs of the patient. Coordinates patient care activities and discharge planning with other hospital and clinic departments and community agencies. Develops patient teaching plan and documents on care plan or teaching plan. Appropriately delegates patient care activities based on patients condition and scope of practice of other health care providers. Established priories for patient care. Classifies acuity level of assigned patients.
• Implementation: standard of performance: Initiates appropriate measures based on protocol for the management of the medical and/or surgical patient. Bases nursing care on protocol in place for management of each patient. Correctly carries out the physicians plan of care. Accurately documents in the emr. Documents care according to policy and procedure. Utilizes a multidisciplinary approach when appropriate. Performs all necessary procedures correctly. Utilizes available teaching plans in addressing patient teaching needs. Accurately calculates and administers medications. Initiates appropriate measures in emergency situations.
• Evaluation: standard of performance: Evaluates assessment methods, plan of care, and patients response to treatment. Participates in unit quality assurance activities.

• Minimum nine (9) months of RN experience.

• Minimum two (2) years recent ICU nursing experience.

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

• Registered Nurse License (Oregon) required at hire
  

• Basic Life Support required at hire
  

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support required at hire
  

• NIH Stroke Scale Certificate within 3 months of hire
  

• Computer keyboarding skills.

• Drug calculation experience.
• Experience in Cardiac Rhythm Recognition.

• Previous health care experience.
  
• Bachelors degree in nursing or related field.

• CCRN, SCRN or other certification.
• Dialysis, SLED or equivalent.

The RN participates as a member of the health care team in delivering quality health care to patients, which supports Kaiser Permanentes mission, vision and values. The RN provides a variety of nursing services both in person and by phone utilizing the nursing process and leadership skills to address acute and chronic needs of Health Plan members and other patients of the Kaiser Permanente Health Care Program. He/she works under the general direction of the designated supervisor.

 

• Professional Competencies: Demonstrates personal commitment to service and to socially relevant practice. Demonstrates behaviors that illustrate commitment to KP Promise (quality you can trust, caring with a personal touch, convenient and easy and affordable). Adheres to Quality of Service Standards and Behavioral Guidelines.


• Demonstrates ethical and legal behavior in all professional activities. Acts as an advocate for individuals, groups and communities. Demonstrates accountability for own ethical behavior and for delegated actions. Demonstrates responsible and accountable behavior concerning own work schedule. Understands and supports Kaiser Permanente policies, legal considerations and professional ethics. Adheres to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and confidentiality policies.


• Utilizes a critical thinking approach to problem solve and make decisions. Applies analytical reasoning, reflection and rational problem-solving skills, using verifiable information, and clinical judgment, in order to choose among alternative solutions to clinical problems. Fosters and uses innovative thinking to create alternative solutions. Demonstrates the ability to analyze, synthesize and utilize data to provide optimal nursing care.


• Understands and provides competent care to a diverse population. Uses knowledge of cultural differences to provide nursing care that is sensitive to and consistent with cultural values, beliefs, and customs. Provides culturally sensitive teaching materials to individuals, families and groups.


• Practices health care team building and leadership skills. Applies leadership skills to facilitate effective team functioning and operations of the module or department. Role models and facilitates change within the health care team to respond to health care and organizational needs. Directs, delegates and monitors quality of care delivered by the health care team and brings deviations to the attention of staff involved and Team Leader. Mentors new staff and assists with orientation and staff development needs. Collaborates with Team Leader and Manager in setting quality standards for nursing care and in the development of policies and procedures. Provides input to Team Leader and Manager about the job performance of other RNs, LPNs and unlicensed personnel in the health care team. Demonstrates commitment to customer service.


• Participates in population-based care activities: Participates in out reach and in reach activities to meet clinical targets. Effectively identifies needs and provides prevention, early intervention and ongoing health education for panel population, individual patient and family. Assists individuals and groups to learn self-management skills that promote and protect health. Develops teaching plans for individuals and groups related to health promotion and disease prevention.


• Demonstrates technological literacy in using computerized information systems.  Accesses, evaluates and uses data and information from a wide range of resources. Demonstrates effective use of computer-based information and practice management systems for decision support, provision of care, continuous quality improvement and professional development. Provides input to the development of information systems that impact the provision of patient care. Facilitates the members use of health care technologies.


• Participates in ongoing continuing education activities and shares knowledge with other health care team members. Demonstrates commitment to continuous learning that advances professional nursing practice. Demonstrates ability to identify own learning needs. Actively works to address personal and professional growth needs. Serves as resource, mentor and role model for other members of the health care team.


• Clinical Competencies: Provides evidence-based, clinically competent nursing care in a culturally sensitive manner. Plans, implements, manages, coordinates and evaluates a plan of care across the care continuum. Facilitates member wellness and function and identifies needs for health care interventions. Utilizes appropriate assessment tools, processes, clinical pathways and guidelines to manage patient care. Integrates theory and research-based knowledge in the provision of direct and indirect nursing care. Performs and modifies therapeutic and preventive nursing measures and administers treatments and medications as authorized by law and determined by the State Board of Nursing. Performs skilled nursing tasks competently and demonstrates operational knowledge of procedures and equipment. Performs triage and telephone advice independently and within scope of the Oregon and/or Washington Nurse Practice Acts. Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for staff, patients and family members. Participates in the research process. Documents the nursing care provided which demonstrates the application of the nursing process and complies with departmental and/or organizational standards.


• Applies effective oral and written communication skills in interacting with patients, families and members of the health care team. This includes effective negotiation and conflict management skills.


• Organizational Competencies: Recognizes the impact of systems on health care delivery. Facilitates coordination of care across all settings with particular attention to transitional needs. Functions within interdisciplinary teams in a manner that promotes coordination, mutual respect and timely response to the patients health care needs.


• Acts as an advocate for individuals and groups with unmet health needs.


• Applies the knowledge and tools of continuous improvement in clinical practice and the delivery of health care.

• Minimum two (2) years of RN experience in acute care or ambulatory care/clinic setting within the last five (5) years.

• Minimum two (2) years of experience circulating in an inpatient or ambulatory surgery operating room in the past 5 years.

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

• Registered Nurse License (Oregon)
  

• Basic Life Support
  

• Demonstrates clinical nursing and leadership skills.
• Able to type 20 words per minute.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn computerized information systems.
• Demonstrates ability to work within teams and within a dynamic work environment.
• Customer focused.

• Previous experience with population care/case management, triage and advice.
• Current or future bachelors degree in nursing or related field.

• Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of operating room circulating and scrubbing experience
• (2) years of experience circulating in an inpatient or ambulatory surgery operating room in the past three (3) years.
• Nurse Operating Room Certificate (US-CNOR) preferred
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (US-ACLS) preferred
• Pre-Op area skills
• IV start skills

SUMMARY

• Position Type: Full-time, non-exempt, hourly supervisor role.
• Scope of Role:
  • Supervises a single program or unit within a program, typically supporting 4-8 individuals in residential settings or 10-15 individuals in periodic, vocational or day programs. Duties are split between the provision of direct support, professional or program activities and supervision.
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Supervise Direct Support Professionals
  • Oversee the day-to-day operation of the program including delivery of supports, implementation of person-centered plans, health care, advocacy, customer engagement, regulatory compliance and when applicable, oversight of the physical environment.
  • Generally works 8 to 16 flexible hours per week in a supervisory capacity; and provides direct support for the remaining hours.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function listed below.  

Services and Supports:

1. Direct Support: Works regularly scheduled shifts as a direct support professional (see DSP position description).
2. Records: Documents as required; reviews individual records, billing and other program documentation routinely for accuracy and completion on a daily basis; maintains
3. Program Planning: Assists the Program Director in development of individual program plans; trains and monitors implementation of plans each day across all shifts.
4. Team Meetings: Attends and assists with routine progress meetings.
5. Compliance: Assists the Program Director in maintaining licensing compliance for program services and supports; implements Sevita compliance plan; manages individual rights implementation.
6. Management of Individuals’ Assets: When assigned, assures safety of individual’s funds and property; monitors spending and reconciles individual’s financial accounts monthly.
7. Incidents: Completes or assists DSPs in documenting incident reports; submits initial incident reports to the Program Director.
8. Billing and Utilization: Compiles or accumulates census or attendance information; reviews data and attests to accuracy; submits accurate data to the Program Director or appropriate billing authority.

 

Health Care:

1. General Health Care: Monitors health of persons being served; documents; communicates with medical professionals as appropriate; implements preventive strategies to limit illness and serious incidents; reviews and monitors documentation across all shifts.
2. Appointments: When applicable, schedules or assists in scheduling health care appointments; may accompany individuals to appointments; may assist with communication; documents visits; oversees follow through of orders; communicates results as appropriate with families, guardians, case managers, day programs or others.
3. Medications: When applicable, accurately administers or supports self-administration of medication and documents delivery of medications and treatments; reviews all other medication documentation for accuracy and completeness, daily or weekly as required; reviews medication errors with employees; communicates medication changes and provides training across all shifts; maintains appropriate security of medications and supplies.
4. Medical Supplies and Equipment: Purchases and maintains medical supplies and equipment in consultation with Program Director; communicates with employees and may assist with training on proper use.
5. Dietary planning: Develops menus based on diets, preferences, and occasions, and with the exception of some in-home services, purchases or oversees purchasing of food and supplies in accordance with planned menus and individual choice or need; directs and monitors food service, consistent with individual plans.

Stakeholder Relations:

1. Communications: Maintains productive and professional relations with individuals, families, case managers and other stakeholders.
2. Customer Service: Implements Sevita Customer Service Standards; trains DSPs in delivery.

Personnel:

1. Recruitment and Hiring: As needed, assists with recruitment; interviews and hires direct support professionals in consultation with the Area Director and Talent Acquisitions teams.
2. Employee Scheduling: Populates and maintains schedule to assure that all shifts are covered, and overtime is minimized.
3. Training: Assists with onboarding and delivers orientation and ongoing training concerning the individuals served, program plans, policies, procedures and physical environment; Verifies training records are accessible in the home and are completed by all staff on the schedule.
4. Evaluation: Prepares and conducts annual evaluations for Direct Support Professionals, in consultation with the Program Director.
5. Discipline and Termination: Coaches employees as needed, correcting or directing employee behavior where required; may remove employees in the event of emergency; may recommend and participate in decisions regarding termination; consults with the Program Director on all matters of discipline.
6. Employee Safety: Responsible for employee safety and workers’ compensation within the program; implements and monitors compliance with safety standards.
7. Management: May assist with or lead monthly program meetings for direct support professionals; documents monthly meeting agenda and attendance.

 

Financial Management:

1. Purchasing: When applicable, purchases food and household supplies; purchases office supplies and minor equipment; reviews and attests company credit card statements and monthly invoices; directs employees as necessary; monitors and attests to cost effective, accurate and applicable spending.
2. Individuals’ Served Funds Management: Secures and safeguards individuals' served funds locally; uses forms for money/debit card transfers; updates financial ledgers weekly and maintains itemized receipts for purchases on behalf of individuals served
3. Billing and Utilization: Reviews census, attendance information or other required documentation to assure accurate billing; monitors utilization between authorization and provision of services and supports.
4. Staffing: Monitors staffing hours for budgetary compliance.

 

Census Management:

1. Census Capture: Captures daily census within systems; understands importance of accurate and timely service capture along with required documentation.
2. Census Performance: Develops basic understanding of census, including how census is measured and census performance for locations; Escalates potential service disruptions
3. Placements: Supports location preparations required for expected placements (e.g., room & furniture set-up, safety requirements, etc.).

 

Maintenance:

5. Vehicles: When applicable, test drives vehicle monthly; inspects vehicle lifts and seatbelts monthly; reports safety concerns immediately to supervisor or maintenance personnel; assures vehicle is washed and cleaned; trains staff in safe vehicle operation and safely transporting individuals; ensures routine maintenance is performed.
6. Living Environment: When applicable, schedules and monitors daily and seasonal housekeeping; oversees lawn and yard care. Maintains neat, clean and safe environment for individuals served.
7. Maintenance and Repair: When applicable, makes or arranges for minor repairs; reports to and schedules repairs by maintenance personnel as required; monitors environmental safety; monitors water temperature, refrigerator and freezer temperature, and safety alarms and extinguishers on a monthly basis; replaces furnace filters monthly.
8. Equipment: Monitors wheelchairs, lifts and other safety equipment; sees that repairs are made promptly and correctly in the event of faulty equipment.

 

Other:

• Performs other duties and activities as required, including backfilling roles under your supervision.
• MPA = Mobile Punch Authorized for timekeeping.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises the Direct Support Professionals.
• Manages assigned personnel. Completes performance evaluations, orientation, and training. Makes decisions on employee hires, transfers, promotions, salary changes, discipline, terminations, and similar actions. Resolves employee problems within position responsibilities.

 

Minimum Knowledge and Skills required for the Job

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required to perform the job.

 

Education and Experience: 

• High School diploma or equivalent
• One-year related work experience
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Working knowledge of computers

 

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

• Current driver's license, car registration and auto insurance if driving on the behalf of the Company or providing transportation to individuals receiving services.
• Other licensure(s) or certification(s) where required by regulatory authority.

 

Work Environment:

• Provides and oversees services or supports in residential, vocational, or in-home settings.
• The Program Supervisor works at the program location and is generally expected to visit each shift and all employees at least one time per month, including supervising periodic or hourly services.

 

Physical Requirements:

• Heavy work.  Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

 

Addendum:

• CS New Jersey – Refer to: CS NJ Addendum – Program Supervisor _2845 _ MPA 3431

SUMMARY

• Position Type: Full-time, non-exempt, hourly supervisor role.
• Scope of Role:
  • Supervises a single program or unit within a program, typically supporting 4-8 individuals in residential settings or 10-15 individuals in periodic, vocational or day programs. Duties are split between the provision of direct support, professional or program activities and supervision.
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Supervise Direct Support Professionals
  • Oversee the day-to-day operation of the program including delivery of supports, implementation of person-centered plans, health care, advocacy, customer engagement, regulatory compliance and when applicable, oversight of the physical environment.
  • Generally works 8 to 16 flexible hours per week in a supervisory capacity; and provides direct support for the remaining hours.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function listed below.  

Services and Supports:

1. Direct Support: Works regularly scheduled shifts as a direct support professional (see DSP position description).
2. Records: Documents as required; reviews individual records, billing and other program documentation routinely for accuracy and completion on a daily basis; maintains
3. Program Planning: Assists the Program Director in development of individual program plans; trains and monitors implementation of plans each day across all shifts.
4. Team Meetings: Attends and assists with routine progress meetings.
5. Compliance: Assists the Program Director in maintaining licensing compliance for program services and supports; implements Sevita compliance plan; manages individual rights implementation.
6. Management of Individuals’ Assets: When assigned, assures safety of individual’s funds and property; monitors spending and reconciles individual’s financial accounts monthly.
7. Incidents: Completes or assists DSPs in documenting incident reports; submits initial incident reports to the Program Director.
8. Billing and Utilization: Compiles or accumulates census or attendance information; reviews data and attests to accuracy; submits accurate data to the Program Director or appropriate billing authority.

 

Health Care:

1. General Health Care: Monitors health of persons being served; documents; communicates with medical professionals as appropriate; implements preventive strategies to limit illness and serious incidents; reviews and monitors documentation across all shifts.
2. Appointments: When applicable, schedules or assists in scheduling health care appointments; may accompany individuals to appointments; may assist with communication; documents visits; oversees follow through of orders; communicates results as appropriate with families, guardians, case managers, day programs or others.
3. Medications: When applicable, accurately administers or supports self-administration of medication and documents delivery of medications and treatments; reviews all other medication documentation for accuracy and completeness, daily or weekly as required; reviews medication errors with employees; communicates medication changes and provides training across all shifts; maintains appropriate security of medications and supplies.
4. Medical Supplies and Equipment: Purchases and maintains medical supplies and equipment in consultation with Program Director; communicates with employees and may assist with training on proper use.
5. Dietary planning: Develops menus based on diets, preferences, and occasions, and with the exception of some in-home services, purchases or oversees purchasing of food and supplies in accordance with planned menus and individual choice or need; directs and monitors food service, consistent with individual plans.

Stakeholder Relations:

1. Communications: Maintains productive and professional relations with individuals, families, case managers and other stakeholders.
2. Customer Service: Implements Sevita Customer Service Standards; trains DSPs in delivery.

Personnel:

1. Recruitment and Hiring: As needed, assists with recruitment; interviews and hires direct support professionals in consultation with the Area Director and Talent Acquisitions teams.
2. Employee Scheduling: Populates and maintains schedule to assure that all shifts are covered, and overtime is minimized.
3. Training: Assists with onboarding and delivers orientation and ongoing training concerning the individuals served, program plans, policies, procedures and physical environment; Verifies training records are accessible in the home and are completed by all staff on the schedule.
4. Evaluation: Prepares and conducts annual evaluations for Direct Support Professionals, in consultation with the Program Director.
5. Discipline and Termination: Coaches employees as needed, correcting or directing employee behavior where required; may remove employees in the event of emergency; may recommend and participate in decisions regarding termination; consults with the Program Director on all matters of discipline.
6. Employee Safety: Responsible for employee safety and workers’ compensation within the program; implements and monitors compliance with safety standards.
7. Management: May assist with or lead monthly program meetings for direct support professionals; documents monthly meeting agenda and attendance.

 

Financial Management:

1. Purchasing: When applicable, purchases food and household supplies; purchases office supplies and minor equipment; reviews and attests company credit card statements and monthly invoices; directs employees as necessary; monitors and attests to cost effective, accurate and applicable spending.
2. Individuals’ Served Funds Management: Secures and safeguards individuals' served funds locally; uses forms for money/debit card transfers; updates financial ledgers weekly and maintains itemized receipts for purchases on behalf of individuals served
3. Billing and Utilization: Reviews census, attendance information or other required documentation to assure accurate billing; monitors utilization between authorization and provision of services and supports.
4. Staffing: Monitors staffing hours for budgetary compliance.

 

Census Management:

1. Census Capture: Captures daily census within systems; understands importance of accurate and timely service capture along with required documentation.
2. Census Performance: Develops basic understanding of census, including how census is measured and census performance for locations; Escalates potential service disruptions
3. Placements: Supports location preparations required for expected placements (e.g., room & furniture set-up, safety requirements, etc.).

 

Maintenance:

5. Vehicles: When applicable, test drives vehicle monthly; inspects vehicle lifts and seatbelts monthly; reports safety concerns immediately to supervisor or maintenance personnel; assures vehicle is washed and cleaned; trains staff in safe vehicle operation and safely transporting individuals; ensures routine maintenance is performed.
6. Living Environment: When applicable, schedules and monitors daily and seasonal housekeeping; oversees lawn and yard care. Maintains neat, clean and safe environment for individuals served.
7. Maintenance and Repair: When applicable, makes or arranges for minor repairs; reports to and schedules repairs by maintenance personnel as required; monitors environmental safety; monitors water temperature, refrigerator and freezer temperature, and safety alarms and extinguishers on a monthly basis; replaces furnace filters monthly.
8. Equipment: Monitors wheelchairs, lifts and other safety equipment; sees that repairs are made promptly and correctly in the event of faulty equipment.

 

Other:

• Performs other duties and activities as required, including backfilling roles under your supervision.
• MPA = Mobile Punch Authorized for timekeeping.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises the Direct Support Professionals.
• Manages assigned personnel. Completes performance evaluations, orientation, and training. Makes decisions on employee hires, transfers, promotions, salary changes, discipline, terminations, and similar actions. Resolves employee problems within position responsibilities.

 

Minimum Knowledge and Skills required for the Job

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required to perform the job.

 

Education and Experience: 

• High School diploma or equivalent
• One-year related work experience
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Working knowledge of computers

 

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

• Current driver's license, car registration and auto insurance if driving on the behalf of the Company or providing transportation to individuals receiving services.
• Other licensure(s) or certification(s) where required by regulatory authority.

 

Work Environment:

• Provides and oversees services or supports in residential, vocational, or in-home settings.
• The Program Supervisor works at the program location and is generally expected to visit each shift and all employees at least one time per month, including supervising periodic or hourly services.

 

Physical Requirements:

• Heavy work.  Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

 

Addendum:

• CS New Jersey – Refer to: CS NJ Addendum – Program Supervisor _2845 _ MPA 3431

SUMMARY

• Position Type: Non-exempt, full-time or part-time, hourly role.
• Scope of Role:
  • Responsible for providing direct support within a single program or unit within a program, typically supporting 4 - 6 individuals in residential settings, or up to 10 individuals in periodic programs.
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Deliver support per individual service/program plans, including socialization, health maintenance, medication administration, skill/behavioral development.
  • Assist with daily activities: Personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community integration, shopping, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function listed below.  

Services and Supports:

1. Direct Support: Provides direct support or assistance in accordance with individual service or program plans; assists with socialization and behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
2. Records: Accurately documents progress and activity; reviews records and logs to stay abreast of changes in service plans; maintains confidentiality.
3. Management of Individuals’ Assets: Makes cost-effective and appropriate purchases within the budget of the individual served and according to their choice / preference
4. Relationships: Maintains healthy and professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians and case managers; greets family members and other visitors; implements Sevita Customer Service Standards.
5. Reporting: Reports any instance of alleged abuse or neglect according to internal and external standards; reports medical, behavioral and other incidents in accordance with Sevita policy and external requirements.
6. Rights: Maintains confidentiality, respects the rights of persons being served, according to applicable the bill of rights; practices universal precautions; assists individuals in exercising their rights.

 

Health Care:

1. Appointments: As needed, may accompany individuals to medical appointments; relays orders and information to and from medical providers as required.
2. Medications: If assigned, accurately administers or supports self-administration of medication and documents delivery of medications and treatments; promptly reports administration errors; maintains appropriate security of controlled medications and other medications and supplies.
3. General Health Care: Monitors individual’s health; documents health concerns; communicates with nurse or supervisor as appropriate; calls 911 in the event of emergency; follows individual health care directives.
4. Medical Supplies and Equipment: Correctly follows procedures in utilizing medical equipment; reports malfunction or disrepair.
5. Meal Preparation: Prepares or supports individuals to prepare food in accordance with planned menus and individual choice; knows special diets and prepares individual meals accordingly; monitors mealtime and correctly implements any dining plans.

 

Employment Responsibilities:

1. Training: Attends orientation and on-going training as directed; participates in monthly staff meetings.
2. Employee Scheduling: Works scheduled hours; arrives for work on time; stays on shift until replacement arrives; notifies supervisor in advance when unable to work as scheduled or as soon as possible after the designated start time; may fill in for other shifts where required without causing unapproved overtime, or in the event of emergency.
3. Teamwork: Works together with others, values others contributions; is courteous; communicates openly; listens; and shows respect to others.
4. Workplace Safety: Every employee plays a role in developing and maintaining a safe workplace; complies with all established safety policies, procedures, and rules; reports unsafe hazards to their supervisor and participates in safety related training or activities.

 

Maintenance:

1. Vehicles: May transport individuals into the community; drives safely and according to local laws; ensures proper use of safety equipment including seat belts, lifts and wheelchair ties; reports accidents to appropriate authorities immediately; reports accidents and safety concerns immediately to supervisor or maintenance personnel.
2. Housekeeping: Performs daily and seasonal housekeeping as directed; maintains neat, clean and safe environment; reports hazards or safety concerns.
3. Maintenance and Repair: Monitors environmental safety and may make minor repairs, change light bulbs, etc.; may perform yard maintenance including keeping walkways safe and snow removal; reports equipment or facilities requiring repairs to supervisor or maintenance personnel as required.
4. Safety: Checks water temperature as required when assisting with bathing; participates in safety drills and protects persons being served in the event of emergency.

 

Other:

• Performs other duties and activities as required.
• MPA = Mobile Punch Authorized for timekeeping.

  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

 

Minimum Knowledge and Skills required for the Job

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required to perform the job.

 

Education and Experience: 

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Six months of experience in human services preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Working knowledge of computers

 

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Car registration and vehicle insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving services.
• All state-required training(s) and certification(s) completed in mandated timeframes.
• Maintain valid driver’s license, meet all insurance requirements, and be approved by management to be a driver for the company. If an employee is determined to have lost their driving privileges by failing the company MVR driving record requirements per company policy, the employee will be required to sign a Non-Driver form and restricted from driving on behalf of the company until their MVR report satisfies the company requirements for a good driving record.

 

Work Environment:

• Works at the program location and may accompany individuals into the community.

 

Physical Requirements:

• Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

 

Addendum:

• CS New Jersey – Refer to:  CS NJ Addendum – Direct Support Professional _1001 _ MPA 3429

• • Employees must cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license in good standing in The State of New Jersey; however, in the event the person lives in another state and is commuting, they must have a valid driver’s license in good standing for the state in which they live.
  • At minimum, a High School Diploma/Equivalent is required
  • All employees hired after 6/15/2018 shall submit to drug testing prior to employment. All employees shall submit to drug testing randomly and for cause/suspicion.
  • Employees must submit to criminal background checks, and be determined not to be disqualified by the Department of Human Services prior to working with individuals served. In addition to this, it is a requirement that all employees agree to have their name checked against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities, as well as completing an application to have their name checked against the Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI).
  • Employees must successfully complete and demonstrate proficiency in all areas of required trainings.
  • Shall be at least 18 years of age.

• Pay Class: Full Time Split Shifts (+ On Call Responsibilities)
• Site Location: Gradford- Corpus Christi TX
• Rate of Pay: $11 per hour
• REQUIRED:
  •  Valid Driver’s License with one year clean driving history
  • 1 year caregiving experience

SUMMARY

• Position Type: Full-time, non-exempt, hourly supervisor role.
• Scope of Role:
  • Supervises a single program or unit within a program, typically supporting 4-8 individuals in residential settings or 10-15 individuals in periodic, vocational or day programs. Duties are split between the provision of direct support, professional or program activities and supervision.
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Supervise Direct Support Professionals
  • Oversee the day-to-day operation of the program including delivery of supports, implementation of person-centered plans, health care, advocacy, customer engagement, regulatory compliance and when applicable, oversight of the physical environment.
  • Generally works 8 to 16 flexible hours per week in a supervisory capacity; and provides direct support for the remaining hours.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function listed below.  

Services and Supports:

1. Direct Support: Works regularly scheduled shifts as a direct support professional (see DSP position description).
2. Records: Documents as required; reviews individual records, billing and other program documentation routinely for accuracy and completion on a daily basis; maintains
3. Program Planning: Assists the Program Director in development of individual program plans; trains and monitors implementation of plans each day across all shifts.
4. Team Meetings: Attends and assists with routine progress meetings.
5. Compliance: Assists the Program Director in maintaining licensing compliance for program services and supports; implements Sevita compliance plan; manages individual rights implementation.
6. Management of Individuals’ Assets: When assigned, assures safety of individual’s funds and property; monitors spending and reconciles individual’s financial accounts monthly.
7. Incidents: Completes or assists DSPs in documenting incident reports; submits initial incident reports to the Program Director.
8. Billing and Utilization: Compiles or accumulates census or attendance information; reviews data and attests to accuracy; submits accurate data to the Program Director or appropriate billing authority.

 

Health Care:

1. General Health Care: Monitors health of persons being served; documents; communicates with medical professionals as appropriate; implements preventive strategies to limit illness and serious incidents; reviews and monitors documentation across all shifts.
2. Appointments: When applicable, schedules or assists in scheduling health care appointments; may accompany individuals to appointments; may assist with communication; documents visits; oversees follow through of orders; communicates results as appropriate with families, guardians, case managers, day programs or others.
3. Medications: When applicable, accurately administers or supports self-administration of medication and documents delivery of medications and treatments; reviews all other medication documentation for accuracy and completeness, daily or weekly as required; reviews medication errors with employees; communicates medication changes and provides training across all shifts; maintains appropriate security of medications and supplies.
4. Medical Supplies and Equipment: Purchases and maintains medical supplies and equipment in consultation with Program Director; communicates with employees and may assist with training on proper use.
5. Dietary planning: Develops menus based on diets, preferences, and occasions, and with the exception of some in-home services, purchases or oversees purchasing of food and supplies in accordance with planned menus and individual choice or need; directs and monitors food service, consistent with individual plans.

Stakeholder Relations:

1. Communications: Maintains productive and professional relations with individuals, families, case managers and other stakeholders.
2. Customer Service: Implements Sevita Customer Service Standards; trains DSPs in delivery.

Personnel:

1. Recruitment and Hiring: As needed, assists with recruitment; interviews and hires direct support professionals in consultation with the Area Director and Talent Acquisitions teams.
2. Employee Scheduling: Populates and maintains schedule to assure that all shifts are covered, and overtime is minimized.
3. Training: Assists with onboarding and delivers orientation and ongoing training concerning the individuals served, program plans, policies, procedures and physical environment; Verifies training records are accessible in the home and are completed by all staff on the schedule.
4. Evaluation: Prepares and conducts annual evaluations for Direct Support Professionals, in consultation with the Program Director.
5. Discipline and Termination: Coaches employees as needed, correcting or directing employee behavior where required; may remove employees in the event of emergency; may recommend and participate in decisions regarding termination; consults with the Program Director on all matters of discipline.
6. Employee Safety: Responsible for employee safety and workers’ compensation within the program; implements and monitors compliance with safety standards.
7. Management: May assist with or lead monthly program meetings for direct support professionals; documents monthly meeting agenda and attendance.

 

Financial Management:

1. Purchasing: When applicable, purchases food and household supplies; purchases office supplies and minor equipment; reviews and attests company credit card statements and monthly invoices; directs employees as necessary; monitors and attests to cost effective, accurate and applicable spending.
2. Individuals’ Served Funds Management: Secures and safeguards individuals' served funds locally; uses forms for money/debit card transfers; updates financial ledgers weekly and maintains itemized receipts for purchases on behalf of individuals served
3. Billing and Utilization: Reviews census, attendance information or other required documentation to assure accurate billing; monitors utilization between authorization and provision of services and supports.
4. Staffing: Monitors staffing hours for budgetary compliance.

 

Census Management:

1. Census Capture: Captures daily census within systems; understands importance of accurate and timely service capture along with required documentation.
2. Census Performance: Develops basic understanding of census, including how census is measured and census performance for locations; Escalates potential service disruptions
3. Placements: Supports location preparations required for expected placements (e.g., room & furniture set-up, safety requirements, etc.).

 

Maintenance:

5. Vehicles: When applicable, test drives vehicle monthly; inspects vehicle lifts and seatbelts monthly; reports safety concerns immediately to supervisor or maintenance personnel; assures vehicle is washed and cleaned; trains staff in safe vehicle operation and safely transporting individuals; ensures routine maintenance is performed.
6. Living Environment: When applicable, schedules and monitors daily and seasonal housekeeping; oversees lawn and yard care. Maintains neat, clean and safe environment for individuals served.
7. Maintenance and Repair: When applicable, makes or arranges for minor repairs; reports to and schedules repairs by maintenance personnel as required; monitors environmental safety; monitors water temperature, refrigerator and freezer temperature, and safety alarms and extinguishers on a monthly basis; replaces furnace filters monthly.
8. Equipment: Monitors wheelchairs, lifts and other safety equipment; sees that repairs are made promptly and correctly in the event of faulty equipment.

 

Other:

• Performs other duties and activities as required, including backfilling roles under your supervision.
• MPA = Mobile Punch Authorized for timekeeping.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises the Direct Support Professionals.
• Manages assigned personnel. Completes performance evaluations, orientation, and training. Makes decisions on employee hires, transfers, promotions, salary changes, discipline, terminations, and similar actions. Resolves employee problems within position responsibilities.

 

Minimum Knowledge and Skills required for the Job

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required to perform the job.

 

Education and Experience: 

• High School diploma or equivalent
• One-year related work experience
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Working knowledge of computers

 

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

• Current driver's license, car registration and auto insurance if driving on the behalf of the Company or providing transportation to individuals receiving services.
• Other licensure(s) or certification(s) where required by regulatory authority.

 

Work Environment:

• Provides and oversees services or supports in residential, vocational, or in-home settings.
• The Program Supervisor works at the program location and is generally expected to visit each shift and all employees at least one time per month, including supervising periodic or hourly services.

 

Physical Requirements:

• Heavy work.  Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

 

Addendum:

• CS New Jersey – Refer to: CS NJ Addendum – Program Supervisor _2845 _ MPA 3431

• Pay Class: Full Time Split Shifts (+On Call Responsibilities)
• Site Location: MarbleWing- Corpus Christi TX
• Rate of Pay: $11 per hour
• REQUIRED:
  • Valid Driver’s License with one year clean driving history
  • 1 year caregiving experience

SUMMARY

• Position Type: Full-time, non-exempt, hourly supervisor role.
• Scope of Role:
  • Supervises a single program or unit within a program, typically supporting 4-8 individuals in residential settings or 10-15 individuals in periodic, vocational or day programs. Duties are split between the provision of direct support, professional or program activities and supervision.
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Supervise Direct Support Professionals
  • Oversee the day-to-day operation of the program including delivery of supports, implementation of person-centered plans, health care, advocacy, customer engagement, regulatory compliance and when applicable, oversight of the physical environment.
  • Generally works 8 to 16 flexible hours per week in a supervisory capacity; and provides direct support for the remaining hours.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function listed below.  

Services and Supports:

1. Direct Support: Works regularly scheduled shifts as a direct support professional (see DSP position description).
2. Records: Documents as required; reviews individual records, billing and other program documentation routinely for accuracy and completion on a daily basis; maintains
3. Program Planning: Assists the Program Director in development of individual program plans; trains and monitors implementation of plans each day across all shifts.
4. Team Meetings: Attends and assists with routine progress meetings.
5. Compliance: Assists the Program Director in maintaining licensing compliance for program services and supports; implements Sevita compliance plan; manages individual rights implementation.
6. Management of Individuals’ Assets: When assigned, assures safety of individual’s funds and property; monitors spending and reconciles individual’s financial accounts monthly.
7. Incidents: Completes or assists DSPs in documenting incident reports; submits initial incident reports to the Program Director.
8. Billing and Utilization: Compiles or accumulates census or attendance information; reviews data and attests to accuracy; submits accurate data to the Program Director or appropriate billing authority.

 

Health Care:

1. General Health Care: Monitors health of persons being served; documents; communicates with medical professionals as appropriate; implements preventive strategies to limit illness and serious incidents; reviews and monitors documentation across all shifts.
2. Appointments: When applicable, schedules or assists in scheduling health care appointments; may accompany individuals to appointments; may assist with communication; documents visits; oversees follow through of orders; communicates results as appropriate with families, guardians, case managers, day programs or others.
3. Medications: When applicable, accurately administers or supports self-administration of medication and documents delivery of medications and treatments; reviews all other medication documentation for accuracy and completeness, daily or weekly as required; reviews medication errors with employees; communicates medication changes and provides training across all shifts; maintains appropriate security of medications and supplies.
4. Medical Supplies and Equipment: Purchases and maintains medical supplies and equipment in consultation with Program Director; communicates with employees and may assist with training on proper use.
5. Dietary planning: Develops menus based on diets, preferences, and occasions, and with the exception of some in-home services, purchases or oversees purchasing of food and supplies in accordance with planned menus and individual choice or need; directs and monitors food service, consistent with individual plans.

Stakeholder Relations:

1. Communications: Maintains productive and professional relations with individuals, families, case managers and other stakeholders.
2. Customer Service: Implements Sevita Customer Service Standards; trains DSPs in delivery.

Personnel:

1. Recruitment and Hiring: As needed, assists with recruitment; interviews and hires direct support professionals in consultation with the Area Director and Talent Acquisitions teams.
2. Employee Scheduling: Populates and maintains schedule to assure that all shifts are covered, and overtime is minimized.
3. Training: Assists with onboarding and delivers orientation and ongoing training concerning the individuals served, program plans, policies, procedures and physical environment; Verifies training records are accessible in the home and are completed by all staff on the schedule.
4. Evaluation: Prepares and conducts annual evaluations for Direct Support Professionals, in consultation with the Program Director.
5. Discipline and Termination: Coaches employees as needed, correcting or directing employee behavior where required; may remove employees in the event of emergency; may recommend and participate in decisions regarding termination; consults with the Program Director on all matters of discipline.
6. Employee Safety: Responsible for employee safety and workers’ compensation within the program; implements and monitors compliance with safety standards.
7. Management: May assist with or lead monthly program meetings for direct support professionals; documents monthly meeting agenda and attendance.

 

Financial Management:

1. Purchasing: When applicable, purchases food and household supplies; purchases office supplies and minor equipment; reviews and attests company credit card statements and monthly invoices; directs employees as necessary; monitors and attests to cost effective, accurate and applicable spending.
2. Individuals’ Served Funds Management: Secures and safeguards individuals' served funds locally; uses forms for money/debit card transfers; updates financial ledgers weekly and maintains itemized receipts for purchases on behalf of individuals served
3. Billing and Utilization: Reviews census, attendance information or other required documentation to assure accurate billing; monitors utilization between authorization and provision of services and supports.
4. Staffing: Monitors staffing hours for budgetary compliance.

 

Census Management:

1. Census Capture: Captures daily census within systems; understands importance of accurate and timely service capture along with required documentation.
2. Census Performance: Develops basic understanding of census, including how census is measured and census performance for locations; Escalates potential service disruptions
3. Placements: Supports location preparations required for expected placements (e.g., room & furniture set-up, safety requirements, etc.).

 

Maintenance:

5. Vehicles: When applicable, test drives vehicle monthly; inspects vehicle lifts and seatbelts monthly; reports safety concerns immediately to supervisor or maintenance personnel; assures vehicle is washed and cleaned; trains staff in safe vehicle operation and safely transporting individuals; ensures routine maintenance is performed.
6. Living Environment: When applicable, schedules and monitors daily and seasonal housekeeping; oversees lawn and yard care. Maintains neat, clean and safe environment for individuals served.
7. Maintenance and Repair: When applicable, makes or arranges for minor repairs; reports to and schedules repairs by maintenance personnel as required; monitors environmental safety; monitors water temperature, refrigerator and freezer temperature, and safety alarms and extinguishers on a monthly basis; replaces furnace filters monthly.
8. Equipment: Monitors wheelchairs, lifts and other safety equipment; sees that repairs are made promptly and correctly in the event of faulty equipment.

 

Other:

• Performs other duties and activities as required, including backfilling roles under your supervision.
• MPA = Mobile Punch Authorized for timekeeping.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises the Direct Support Professionals.
• Manages assigned personnel. Completes performance evaluations, orientation, and training. Makes decisions on employee hires, transfers, promotions, salary changes, discipline, terminations, and similar actions. Resolves employee problems within position responsibilities.

 

Minimum Knowledge and Skills required for the Job

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required to perform the job.

 

Education and Experience: 

• High School diploma or equivalent
• One-year related work experience
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Working knowledge of computers

 

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

• Current driver's license, car registration and auto insurance if driving on the behalf of the Company or providing transportation to individuals receiving services.
• Other licensure(s) or certification(s) where required by regulatory authority.

 

Work Environment:

• Provides and oversees services or supports in residential, vocational, or in-home settings.
• The Program Supervisor works at the program location and is generally expected to visit each shift and all employees at least one time per month, including supervising periodic or hourly services.

 

Physical Requirements:

• Heavy work.  Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

 

Addendum:

• CS New Jersey – Refer to: CS NJ Addendum – Program Supervisor _2845 _ MPA 3431

• Pay Class: Full Time Overnights
• Site Location: Jimmer Cove- San Antonio TX
• Rate of Pay: $9.50 per hour
• REQUIRED: Valid Driver’s License with one-year clean driving history

SUMMARY

• Position Type: Non-exempt, full-time or part-time, hourly role.
• Scope of Role:
  • Responsible for providing direct support within a single program or unit within a program, typically supporting 4 - 6 individuals in residential settings, or up to 10 individuals in periodic programs.
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Deliver support per individual service/program plans, including socialization, health maintenance, medication administration, skill/behavioral development.
  • Assist with daily activities: Personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community integration, shopping, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function listed below.  

Services and Supports:

1. Direct Support: Provides direct support or assistance in accordance with individual service or program plans; assists with socialization and behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
2. Records: Accurately documents progress and activity; reviews records and logs to stay abreast of changes in service plans; maintains confidentiality.
3. Management of Individuals’ Assets: Makes cost-effective and appropriate purchases within the budget of the individual served and according to their choice / preference
4. Relationships: Maintains healthy and professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians and case managers; greets family members and other visitors; implements Sevita Customer Service Standards.
5. Reporting: Reports any instance of alleged abuse or neglect according to internal and external standards; reports medical, behavioral and other incidents in accordance with Sevita policy and external requirements.
6. Rights: Maintains confidentiality, respects the rights of persons being served, according to applicable the bill of rights; practices universal precautions; assists individuals in exercising their rights.

 

Health Care:

1. Appointments: As needed, may accompany individuals to medical appointments; relays orders and information to and from medical providers as required.
2. Medications: If assigned, accurately administers or supports self-administration of medication and documents delivery of medications and treatments; promptly reports administration errors; maintains appropriate security of controlled medications and other medications and supplies.
3. General Health Care: Monitors individual’s health; documents health concerns; communicates with nurse or supervisor as appropriate; calls 911 in the event of emergency; follows individual health care directives.
4. Medical Supplies and Equipment: Correctly follows procedures in utilizing medical equipment; reports malfunction or disrepair.
5. Meal Preparation: Prepares or supports individuals to prepare food in accordance with planned menus and individual choice; knows special diets and prepares individual meals accordingly; monitors mealtime and correctly implements any dining plans.

 

Employment Responsibilities:

1. Training: Attends orientation and on-going training as directed; participates in monthly staff meetings.
2. Employee Scheduling: Works scheduled hours; arrives for work on time; stays on shift until replacement arrives; notifies supervisor in advance when unable to work as scheduled or as soon as possible after the designated start time; may fill in for other shifts where required without causing unapproved overtime, or in the event of emergency.
3. Teamwork: Works together with others, values others contributions; is courteous; communicates openly; listens; and shows respect to others.
4. Workplace Safety: Every employee plays a role in developing and maintaining a safe workplace; complies with all established safety policies, procedures, and rules; reports unsafe hazards to their supervisor and participates in safety related training or activities.

 

Maintenance:

1. Vehicles: May transport individuals into the community; drives safely and according to local laws; ensures proper use of safety equipment including seat belts, lifts and wheelchair ties; reports accidents to appropriate authorities immediately; reports accidents and safety concerns immediately to supervisor or maintenance personnel.
2. Housekeeping: Performs daily and seasonal housekeeping as directed; maintains neat, clean and safe environment; reports hazards or safety concerns.
3. Maintenance and Repair: Monitors environmental safety and may make minor repairs, change light bulbs, etc.; may perform yard maintenance including keeping walkways safe and snow removal; reports equipment or facilities requiring repairs to supervisor or maintenance personnel as required.
4. Safety: Checks water temperature as required when assisting with bathing; participates in safety drills and protects persons being served in the event of emergency.

 

Other:

• Performs other duties and activities as required.
• MPA = Mobile Punch Authorized for timekeeping.

  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

 

Minimum Knowledge and Skills required for the Job

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required to perform the job.

 

Education and Experience: 

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Six months of experience in human services preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Working knowledge of computers

 

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Car registration and vehicle insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving services.
• All state-required training(s) and certification(s) completed in mandated timeframes.
• Maintain valid driver’s license, meet all insurance requirements, and be approved by management to be a driver for the company. If an employee is determined to have lost their driving privileges by failing the company MVR driving record requirements per company policy, the employee will be required to sign a Non-Driver form and restricted from driving on behalf of the company until their MVR report satisfies the company requirements for a good driving record.

 

Work Environment:

• Works at the program location and may accompany individuals into the community.

 

Physical Requirements:

• Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

 

Addendum:

• CS New Jersey – Refer to:  CS NJ Addendum – Direct Support Professional _1001 _ MPA 3429

• • Employees must cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license in good standing in The State of New Jersey; however, in the event the person lives in another state and is commuting, they must have a valid driver’s license in good standing for the state in which they live.
  • At minimum, a High School Diploma/Equivalent is required
  • All employees hired after 6/15/2018 shall submit to drug testing prior to employment. All employees shall submit to drug testing randomly and for cause/suspicion.
  • Employees must submit to criminal background checks, and be determined not to be disqualified by the Department of Human Services prior to working with individuals served. In addition to this, it is a requirement that all employees agree to have their name checked against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities, as well as completing an application to have their name checked against the Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI).
  • Employees must successfully complete and demonstrate proficiency in all areas of required trainings.
  • Shall be at least 18 years of age.

Regional Class A CDL Drivers - Home Weekly

Dive into a career that offers a job and a lifestyle where your efforts are recognized, and your success is celebrated. At Premier, we’ve built a culture that supports our team on and off the road. If you're 22 or older, have a Class A CDL, and have at least one year of tractor-trailer experience, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and see why many drivers have found their home at Premier Transportation. Let’s drive towards success together!

Our requirements:

• Class A CDL License

• One year of tractor-trailer experience

• 22 years or older

What you should know:

• $1,800 - $2,000 weekly pay; $0.65-$0.70 per mile + stop pay

• 5 Day work week (Some weekends expected during peak season)!

• 2500+ miles per week

• Late model equipment

• No slip seating

• No Touch Freight

 Ask about our Owner Operator and Lease Purchase Opportunities!

• Up to $250k per year

• Choose your own schedule

• Company paid auto liability & no trailer fees

Your perks & benefits:

• Vacation, detention, stop off, holiday pay

• Comprehensive benefits package (dental, health, vision, and life), including 401k

• $1,000 Annual Longevity Bonus

• $100 Clean inspection Bonus – Unlimited

• $100 Monthly Safety Bonus
• $1,200 Referral Bonus for Regional/OTR positions - call for more details

Regional Class A CDL Drivers - Home Weekly

Dive into a career that offers a job and a lifestyle where your efforts are recognized, and your success is celebrated. At Premier, we’ve built a culture that supports our team on and off the road. If you're 22 or older, have a Class A CDL, and have at least one year of tractor-trailer experience, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and see why many drivers have found their home at Premier Transportation. Let’s drive towards success together!

Our requirements:

• Class A CDL License

• One year of tractor-trailer experience

• 22 years or older

What you should know:

• $1,800 - $2,000 weekly pay; $0.65-$0.70 per mile + stop pay

• 5 Day work week (Some weekends expected during peak season)!

• 2500+ miles per week

• Late model equipment

• No slip seating

• No Touch Freight

 Ask about our Owner Operator and Lease Purchase Opportunities!

• Up to $250k per year

• Choose your own schedule

• Company paid auto liability & no trailer fees

Your perks & benefits:

• Vacation, detention, stop off, holiday pay

• Comprehensive benefits package (dental, health, vision, and life), including 401k

• $1,000 Annual Longevity Bonus

• $100 Clean inspection Bonus – Unlimited

• $100 Monthly Safety Bonus
• $1,200 Referral Bonus for Regional/OTR positions - call for more details

Regional Class A CDL Drivers - Home Weekly

Dive into a career that offers a job and a lifestyle where your efforts are recognized, and your success is celebrated. At Premier, we’ve built a culture that supports our team on and off the road. If you're 22 or older, have a Class A CDL, and have at least one year of tractor-trailer experience, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and see why many drivers have found their home at Premier Transportation. Let’s drive towards success together!

Our requirements:

• Class A CDL License

• One year of tractor-trailer experience

• 22 years or older

What you should know:

• $1,800 - $2,000 weekly pay; $0.65-$0.70 per mile + stop pay

• 5 Day work week (Some weekends expected during peak season)!

• 2500+ miles per week

• Late model equipment

• No slip seating

• No Touch Freight

 Ask about our Owner Operator and Lease Purchase Opportunities!

• Up to $250k per year

• Choose your own schedule

• Company paid auto liability & no trailer fees

Your perks & benefits:

• Vacation, detention, stop off, holiday pay

• Comprehensive benefits package (dental, health, vision, and life), including 401k

• $1,000 Annual Longevity Bonus

• $100 Clean inspection Bonus – Unlimited

• $100 Monthly Safety Bonus
• $1,200 Referral Bonus for Regional/OTR positions - call for more details

Regional Class A CDL Drivers - Home Weekly

Dive into a career that offers a job and a lifestyle where your efforts are recognized, and your success is celebrated. At Premier, we’ve built a culture that supports our team on and off the road. If you're 22 or older, have a Class A CDL, and have at least one year of tractor-trailer experience, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and see why many drivers have found their home at Premier Transportation. Let’s drive towards success together!

Our requirements:

• Class A CDL License

• One year of tractor-trailer experience

• 22 years or older

What you should know:

• $1,800 - $2,000 weekly pay; $0.65-$0.70 per mile + stop pay

• 5 Day work week (Some weekends expected during peak season)!

• 2500+ miles per week

• Late model equipment

• No slip seating

• No Touch Freight

 Ask about our Owner Operator and Lease Purchase Opportunities!

• Up to $250k per year

• Choose your own schedule

• Company paid auto liability & no trailer fees

Your perks & benefits:

• Vacation, detention, stop off, holiday pay

• Comprehensive benefits package (dental, health, vision, and life), including 401k

• $1,000 Annual Longevity Bonus

• $100 Clean inspection Bonus – Unlimited

• $100 Monthly Safety Bonus
• $1,200 Referral Bonus for Regional/OTR positions - call for more details

Regional Class A CDL Drivers - Home Weekly

Dive into a career that offers a job and a lifestyle where your efforts are recognized, and your success is celebrated. At Premier, we’ve built a culture that supports our team on and off the road. If you're 22 or older, have a Class A CDL, and have at least one year of tractor-trailer experience, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and see why many drivers have found their home at Premier Transportation. Let’s drive towards success together!

Our requirements:

• Class A CDL License

• One year of tractor-trailer experience

• 22 years or older

What you should know:

• $1,800 - $2,000 weekly pay; $0.65-$0.70 per mile + stop pay

• 5 Day work week (Some weekends expected during peak season)!

• 2500+ miles per week

• Late model equipment

• No slip seating

• No Touch Freight

 Ask about our Owner Operator and Lease Purchase Opportunities!

• Up to $250k per year

• Choose your own schedule

• Company paid auto liability & no trailer fees

Your perks & benefits:

• Vacation, detention, stop off, holiday pay

• Comprehensive benefits package (dental, health, vision, and life), including 401k

• $1,000 Annual Longevity Bonus

• $100 Clean inspection Bonus – Unlimited

• $100 Monthly Safety Bonus
• $1,200 Referral Bonus for Regional/OTR positions - call for more details

Regional Class A CDL Drivers - Home Weekly

Dive into a career that offers a job and a lifestyle where your efforts are recognized, and your success is celebrated. At Premier, we’ve built a culture that supports our team on and off the road. If you're 22 or older, have a Class A CDL, and have at least one year of tractor-trailer experience, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and see why many drivers have found their home at Premier Transportation. Let’s drive towards success together!

Our requirements:

• Class A CDL License

• One year of tractor-trailer experience

• 22 years or older

What you should know:

• $1,800 - $2,000 weekly pay; $0.65-$0.70 per mile + stop pay

• 5 Day work week (Some weekends expected during peak season)!

• 2500+ miles per week

• Late model equipment

• No slip seating

• No Touch Freight

 Ask about our Owner Operator and Lease Purchase Opportunities!

• Up to $250k per year

• Choose your own schedule

• Company paid auto liability & no trailer fees

Your perks & benefits:

• Vacation, detention, stop off, holiday pay

• Comprehensive benefits package (dental, health, vision, and life), including 401k

• $1,000 Annual Longevity Bonus

• $100 Clean inspection Bonus – Unlimited

• $100 Monthly Safety Bonus
• $1,200 Referral Bonus for Regional/OTR positions - call for more details

Regional Class A CDL Drivers - Home Weekly

Dive into a career that offers a job and a lifestyle where your efforts are recognized, and your success is celebrated. At Premier, we’ve built a culture that supports our team on and off the road. If you're 22 or older, have a Class A CDL, and have at least one year of tractor-trailer experience, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and see why many drivers have found their home at Premier Transportation. Let’s drive towards success together!

Our requirements:

• Class A CDL License

• One year of tractor-trailer experience

• 22 years or older

What you should know:

• $1,800 - $2,000 weekly pay; $0.65-$0.70 per mile + stop pay

• 5 Day work week (Some weekends expected during peak season)!

• 2500+ miles per week

• Late model equipment

• No slip seating

• No Touch Freight

 Ask about our Owner Operator and Lease Purchase Opportunities!

• Up to $250k per year

• Choose your own schedule

• Company paid auto liability & no trailer fees

Your perks & benefits:

• Vacation, detention, stop off, holiday pay

• Comprehensive benefits package (dental, health, vision, and life), including 401k

• $1,000 Annual Longevity Bonus

• $100 Clean inspection Bonus – Unlimited

• $100 Monthly Safety Bonus
• $1,200 Referral Bonus for Regional/OTR positions - call for more details

Amazon delivery partner opportunity – Earn $17.50 - $23.00/hr 

What is Amazon Flex?It's simple! Use your vehicle and smartphone to earn extra money delivering with a brand you trust. With Amazon Flex, you only deliver when you want to. Amazon Flex pays delivery partners for completing delivery blocks. When you schedule a block, you’ll know when you’re delivering, for how long, and how much you can earn before you begin. No experience necessary. Choose the delivery blocks that fit your schedule, then get back to the things you enjoy most.

Deliver. Earn. Achieve. Repeat.

Whether you're saving up for something special or just want some extra money for day-to-day expenses, most drivers earn $17.50 - $23.00 an hour* delivering packages. You also get to choose which weekday(s) you get paid. You can decide to get paid every day to get your money faster, or pick just one day so you can streamline your finances.

Make your earnings go further with Amazon Flex Rewards.

With Amazon Flex Rewards, you have access to perks that include cash back and exclusive savings on essential items you may need as an Amazon Flex delivery partner. From tires, fuel and auto services to slip-resistant shoes – plus tools to help navigate insurance, expenses, and taxes – there are plenty of ways to save money and time.

Deliver smiles, backed by Amazon.

Packages make great passengers. Start delivering today.

*Most drivers earn $17.50 - $23.00 an hour. Actual earnings will depend on your location, any tips you receive, how long it takes you to complete your deliveries, and other factors.

Self-employed / No-contract

Who can deliver with Amazon Flex? You must be 21 years old, have a valid U.S. driver's license, access to a mid-sized or larger vehicle, and have an iPhone or Android smartphone.

Questions?Contact Amazon Flex Driver Support at 888-281-6906 (5 a.m. – 7 p.m. PT) or click “apply” below to learn more.