Lead and Supervising LSI for In Home Support

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Manager of In-Home & Community Services, Lead & Supervising LSIs perform the duties of the Life Skills instructor, as well as supervise a caseload of Life Skills Instructors (LSI). This position is responsible for monitoring and reporting on key indicators of program success. In addition, this role directly engages with individuals using prepared Individual Support Plans (ISP) to implement effective strategies with the intent of increasing skills necessary to gain independence in the home and community settings. Lead & Supervising LSIs are further responsible for material management, assisting the Program Manager in planning and adapting treatment resources to match individual outcomes, and reviewing data and documentation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

· Ensures timely and regular completion of program processes (data collection and transfer, billing, service log completion, electronic verification visitation (EVV), etc.)

· Ensures Vista remains in compliance across regulatory bodies, resulting in the following outcomes: billing of proper service types by direct reports, alignment with service definitions, accurate documentation of services on approved forms, and completion within required deadlines

· Knowledgeable about all program regulations and ensures staff compliance with all regulations

· Develops performance metrics, measures staff performance using appropriate tools and rubrics, and conducts assigned performance reviews as scheduled

· Identifies, addresses, and manages employee performance discrepancies, disciplinary issues, and training deficiencies for department members as well as implementing performance management practices

· Coordinates program and individual specific trainings and subsequent onboarding practices

· Attends and participates in team meetings, communicates and works collaboratively with staff, supervisors and maintains communication with clients, guardians, and any other providers, as needed

· Regularly and accurately reports to supervisors progress towards meeting essential functions and other identified goals

· Familiarizes self with most recent research/practice in Applied Behavior Analysis

· Provides coaching to team members in a supportive and collaborative manner; reviews and implements coaching and feedback from others to improve performance

· Performs other duties, as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position is responsible for the supervision of the Life Skills Instructor position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The following positions or frequent movements are typical of the job: sitting, standing, bending, lifting, typing, walking, or moving throughout the office, often for extended periods of the workday. This position may require the ability to physically move individuals during possible physical interventions to maintain a safe environment. This position performs a variety of duties and requires that an individual be able to learn new tasks quickly and effectively, as well as make decisions in a timely manner. Job requirements may change frequently, and the individual must be able to work under high levels of stress. Position may require the ability to travel to multiple locations, as needed, to conduct organizational business. Subject to indoor and outdoor environmental conditions.

EXPECTED SCHEDULE

This is a full time minimum 40 hour per week position. Days and hours of the workweek are agreed upon by management, the assigned customer’s schedules, and the Adult Services Organization calendar.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

· 1-3 years of experience working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder using principles of Applied Behavior Analysis

· Clean driving record (no more than 2 moving violations in a 3-year span), valid PA driver’s license, current vehicle inspection, up-to-date vehicle registration, and proof of adequate insurance coverage required.

· Required passing of all training and pre-employment regulatory requirements, including, but not limited to clearances, PPD testing, physical, and drug screening.

· Successful completion of Safe Crisis Management Training required

· Demonstrated opportunities to provide leadership, direct others, or manage detailed projects/assignments.

· Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred

· Successful completion of all pre-employment requirements

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

· 1-3 years of supervisory experience preferred

· Implements principles of Applied Behavior Analysis when supporting individuals with autism

· Demonstrates leadership and organizational skills

· Demonstrates flexibility, receptiveness to change, tactfulness, patience, and courtesy

· Effectively manages multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines

· Objective decision making

· Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills

· Approaches problem solving in positive manner

· Demonstrates an understanding of effective teaming and can build a team atmosphere with others

· Connections to businesses local to the program and experience working with individuals within community settings preferred