Provides supervision, guidance, instruction, and/or skill building to assigned persons served within a specific  Program site regarding daily living activities, safety, vocational activities, and interaction with others. Provides supervision to direct care staff and is in charge of Program site activities in absence of Program Manager.

1. Maintains all levels of supervision for assigned persons served at specific Program site as outlined in the IPP  (Individual Program Plan), Annex A and/or program descriptions. Follows established Bancroft policies and  procedures, and maintains compliance with Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) regulations, Health  Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations, DDD Supported Employment/Day Program  (SE/DP) Manual standards (if applicable), Department of Labor (DOL) regulations (if applicable), Department  of Human Services 1047 regulations (if applicable), Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities  (CARF) standards, and applicable state/local/federal regulations at all times.
2. Complies with the IPP as detailed for assigned persons served; runs daily goals with each individual;  instructs, prompts, and/or assists each person in the achievement of goals while actively encouraging the  independence of each person within his/her ability limit while following standard interaction protocol or  individual behavior plan
3. Supervises, instructs, and provides guidance to assigned persons served with daily living and work activities,  as applicable and dependent upon specific Program; e.g., purchase and inventory of food and personal  supplies, cooking, housekeeping, money management, social awareness, interpersonal relationships, work  skills, personal hygiene, recreational and vocational activities, etc.
4. Ensures Program site operates in accordance with the organization’s quality standards for safety, cleanliness, and comfort and state licensing and accreditation standards.
5. Aids in the resolution of problematic situations that may occur for persons served within a specific Program  or job site. Exercises appropriate judgment in addressing specific situations.
6. Dependent upon specific Program requirements, follows medical guidelines to administer medication as  scheduled or as needed to persons served in strict accordance with each IPP. Maintains adequate  medications inventory levels to ensure immediate availability of medications.
7. Dependent upon specific Program requirements, may ensure the routine maintenance and cleanliness of  specific Program site, as well as the transportation vehicles assigned.
8. Coordinates transportation needs, as applicable, of assigned persons served in accordance with IPP and  dependent upon specific Program needs. Safely transports and accompanies persons served, if needed, to: o physicians’, dentists’, and other healthcare consultants’ offices for routine or emergency medical  appointments; 

• preferred religious services of person served; 
• recreational outings and other community activities, while dressing accordingly for active participation;  and/or
• vocational job site.  

9. As required by specific Program needs, schedules medical appointments for assigned persons served.  Strictly follows physicians’ orders for continued care, updates necessary medical records, performs medical  records filing, etc.
10. As required by specific Program needs, assists assigned persons served with schoolwork and/or  vocational/employment activities. 
11. May gather behavior data for persons served, perform calculations, and create graphic illustrations for review  by others to assist in monitoring the progress of individual persons served. 
12. Completes paperwork in a professional manner and maintains all documentation as required (and as  applicable to specific Program) and as determined by Program management for the Program site; e.g., daily  logs, monthly progress reports, daily goal reports, assessments, daily financial transactions, Medical  Administration Records, behavioral data sheets, Critical Incident Reports, Parent/Guardian/Other contact  form, etc. 
13. Maintains effective communications with assigned persons served, parents, guardians and other family  members, healthcare personnel, own manager and coworkers across Programs and functions, neighbors,  surrounding communities, etc. Operates in accordance with the Confirmation of Understanding or Plan of  Care for assigned persons served regarding Programs and treatment, healthcare, religious and sexual  preferences (if applicable), ethnic and cultural support, recreational/socialization/vocational activities,  physical fitness and healthy living, family visits and involvement, and disagreements and grievances. 14. Serves as an advocate on behalf of assigned persons served in a variety of situations. 
14. Participates in the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) or Trans-Disciplinary Team (TDT) process in conjunction with  the IPP. Follows up and takes necessary action on change in behavioral plans, reports issues in the event  plan is problematic, updates records, etc. 
15. Follows state-approved emergency procedures and Bancroft-approved crisis intervention techniques at all  times. 
16. Prepares for, and promptly responds to, emergency situations to ensure the safety and security of the  Program site and persons served at all times; e.g., conducts fire drills, emergency evacuations, etc. Notifies  proper authority in the event of a valid emergency. 
17. Serves as a role model to persons served by projecting a positive self-image of professionalism,  appearance, confidentiality, courtesy, conduct, honesty, fairness, personal integrity, and a respect for the  fundamental rights, dignity, and privacy of others.  
18. Where shifts apply at Program site, effectively transitions with the staff of the incoming and outgoing shifts to  ensure coverage at all times.
19. Ensures the smooth transition of persons served across Programs and effectively communicates with the  staff members of those Programs; e.g., transition from Residential to Vocational, etc.  
20. In the absence of the Program Management, provides supervision and oversight to staff within direct areas  of responsibility: 

• Provides ongoing leadership, advice, training, feedback, and guidance to staff regarding the daily care,  instruction, and safety of persons served at assigned Program site as outlined in the Individual Program  Plan (IPP), Annex A, and/or program descriptions;
• Serves as first point of contact during assigned shift/schedule for daily and emergency situations; i.e.,  wears pager at all times to ensure immediate communication with others;
• Serves as central source on assigned shift/schedule for coordinating transportation needs for persons  served;
• Ensures proper staffing levels and work distribution within assigned Program site in accordance with  levels of supervision, Annex A, and/or program descriptions; 
• Ensures completion of required paperwork by staff for accuracy and for submission to Program  management;
• Aids in the resolution of problematic or more complicated situations occurring within Program site.  Notifies Program management of any unusual or emergency situations;
• Where shifts apply, effectively transitions with the staff of the incoming and outgoing shifts; o Appropriately documents and reports staff latenesses and other performance-related issues;  o Provides input to Program management regarding the ongoing job performance of staff;  o Promptly reports any infraction of Bancroft policies to Program management;
• Effectively communicates with Program Manager regarding all activities at assigned Program site.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or as necessary. Remains flexible and adaptable in work  schedules and work assignments as defined by program needs. 

22. Abides by the Bancroft Code of Ethics, Mission Statement, and Vision Statement in promoting ethical  behavior, establishing relationships and providing guidance in decision-making situations.
23. Remains current with required training certifications, meets state-regulated licensing and regulatory  accreditations, and adheres to mandatory requirements.
24. Maintains effective verbal and written communications with colleagues, those served, and their family  members and/or guardians when applicable.
25. Willingly and effectively cooperates with Bancroft NeuroHealth, The Department of Human Services, The  Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), and other licensing or state agency or local municipalities in  any inspections and investigations, upon request.
26. Maintains a safe and respectful environment, free of abuse, neglect, or exploitation; does not allow weapons,  threats, bullying or intimidation. 
27. Reports any violations to the appropriate individual as soon as the incident occurs.
28. Maintains levels of supervision as defined in behavior plans; e.g., Individual Program Plan (IPP), Individual  Rehabilitation Plan (IRP), Individual Education Plan (IEP), Individual Service Plan (ISP), etc., when  applicable.
29. Demonstrates Bancroft’s core values of Teamwork, Compassion, and Independence in the performance of  position responsibilities.

Education & Experience: 

High School diploma or equivalent required with additional education in a related field desirable. BA in Social Work,  Psychology, or a related field preferred. Minimum of two years of related work experience desirable to include a  minimum of one year as a Program Associate in the Bancroft organization. 

Special Skills:  

Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in written form required. Basic math skills  required. Effective interpersonal skills, a strong desire to work with neurologically-challenged individuals required,  and the ability to implement crisis intervention techniques required. Operative knowledge of MS Office Word and  Excel spreadsheets preferred. Attainment of CPR, First Aid, Crisis Prevention and Intervention, and Medication certification within first 90 days of employment required. Valid driver’s license required in incumbent’s legal name  and current address with no provisional restrictions. Minimum 18 years of age required.

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