Assistant Site Manager

Assistant Site Manager

East Lynden - Lynden, WA 98264

Job Description

Support individuals with developmental disabilities to reach their full potential intellectually, emotionally, spiritually, and physically. Assist clients with daily needs, as specified in individual care plans and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). Provide support with daily life skills, community integration through outside activities, and assistance with medical care, ensuring that the program promotes individual choice and personal growth. Manage a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 4 clients in a caseload, depending on clients' needs as identified in assessments. This includes but is not limited to writing and updating client plans, managing client finances and medical needs, and assisting in client program development. Assist with training and oversight for site staff. Assist with hiring, evaluations, and disciplinary actions as needed. Act as a team leader, and help create and maintain a positive working environment where each employee feels they are a valued member of the team. Maintain professional conduct and adhere to agency and state policies and procedures at all times.

Note: This full-time (40-hours/week), 2-part position includes approximately 16 hours of direct service working on site with clients and 24 hours of indirect service in support of clients, such as managing client paperwork in the office. Direct client service hours may fluctuate week to week depending on the needs of Cascade Connections clientele and employee availability. A schedule of either Tuesday through Saturday or Sunday through Thursday will apply as appointed by the Area Manager. The manager's schedule usually includes 2 swing shifts and 3 day shifts, plus on-call responsibilities as assigned by the Area Manager.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Effectively communicates and understands, reads, and writes in English
• Willing and able to follow Cascade Connections' drug-free workplace policy and submit to for-cause drug testing
• Organized and efficient
• Able to work independently and in a group
• Able to perform the personal care and housekeeping tasks detailed in this document
• Able to fulfill non-standard work hours (at least one evening and one weekend) as needed by the program
• Able to work with a diverse set of clientele in various settings
• Treats all clients with respect and is able to relate in a warm and caring manner
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make quick decisions
• Approximately 2 years of higher education or 3 years of experience in social service work (2 years minimum working directly with people with disabilities in a residential setting is preferred)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
• Able to follow Cascade Connections' on call schedule as assigned by the program
• Able to manage funds and assist in the reconciling of client accounts
• Able to become a signer on client bank accounts, as Cascade Connections has Rep Payee status to the majority of our clientele
• Able to meet the "Additional Requirements" below

Additional Requirements:

• Valid Washington State driver's license, clear driving record, reliable transportation (upon hire), and proof of automobile insurance
• Residence phone or cell phone (upon hire)
• US bank account for direct deposit (upon hire)
• Disclosure Statement (upon hire)
• Passing federal fingerprint background check (initial background check authorization submitted within 1 day of hire; fingerprints for federal background check submitted prior to working unsupervised)
• Negative 2-step T.B. test results (Cascade Christian Home only, initiated within 3 days of hire)
• Orientation & Safety Training and Policy & Procedures Training (first day of employment)
• Food Handler's Permit (Cascade Christian Home only, within 14 days of hire)
• Hepatitis B vaccine or waiver (within 30 days of hire)
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification (within 30 days of hire, prior to working unsupervised)
• Bloodborne Pathogens Training (within 30 days of employment)
• 40-hour CORE and 30-hour Population-Specific Trainings (within 120 days of hire)
• Developmental Disability Specialty Training (if not required to take 40-hour CORE, within 120 days of hire)
• Nurse Core Delegation Training (prior to being delegated for medication administration)
• RIGHT RESPONSE Advanced Certification (within one month of hire)
• Peer Coaching Certificate (within six months of hire or three months of promotion)
• Home Care Aide (HCA) Certification (within 200 days of hire) or NAC/LPN/RN certificate
• Signed Direct Support Professional - Behavioral Technician job description (after acquiring RIGHT RESPONSE Advanced Certificate)

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting, transferring, and positioning clients:
  • Lifting up to 40lbs
  • At times there are 1-person or 2-person lifts required.
  • Clients may require transferring with the use of a Hoyer lift. See individual client plans for procedures.
  • In an emergency, staff should be able to move up to 100lbs.
• Bending, scooping, and reaching:
  • Assist clients with physical therapy exercises.
  • Dress clients and change attends when necessary.
  • Assist with doing laundry, carrying supplies, and putting supplies away.
  • General household cleaning/maintenance (mopping, vacuuming, tidying up, dishwashing, washing windows, changing light bulbs, yard work, etc.)
• Transportation:
  • Assist both wheelchair-bound and mobile clients in and out of the van if needed.
  • Follow proper procedures for securing seat belt straps, safety straps, and wheelchair belts.

Qualifications

Benefits:

• Vacation
• Sick leave
• 401k plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Life insurance