Step-Down Unit

BASIC PURPOSE:

The SDU Assistant is responsible for ensuring basic safety and security for all Residents. The SDU Assistant monitors, reflects, and redirects Residents to ensure that the consumers are receiving opportunities for training and growth in the least restrictive environment as possible. The SDU Assistant will also assist with orientations of new staff and coach and mentor staff about job/site specific tasks and assist with administrative matters.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. US Citizen
2. Valid Driver's license, clean driving record.
3. Must be over age 18.
4. Basic computer skills

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

THIS DESCRIPTION DOES NOT STATE NOR IMPLY THAT THE DUTIES, ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS ARE THE ONLY PARAMETERS FOR THIS POSITION. EMPLOYEES ARE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW JOB-RELATED INSTRUCTION AND PERFORM OTHER JOB RELATED ACTIVITIES REQUESTED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR.

ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION IN ORDER TO PROVIDE A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO INDIVIDUALS WITH PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITIES AS DEFINED BY THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. SOME REQUIREMENTS MAY EXCLUDE INDIVIDUALS WHO POSE A DIRECT THREAT OR SIGNIFICANT TO THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF THEMSELVES, OTHER CLIENTS/CONSUMERS, OR OTHER EMPLOYEES.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing and pulling, lifting, carrying and grasping are necessary body movements utilized in performing duties.
• Must be able to read and write legibly in English.
• Hearing within normal range is required.
• Visual acuity must be within normal range.
• Must have manual dexterity for using equipment as necessary.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have ability to maintain client confidentiality.
• Must have the ability to work successfully under potentially stressful conditions, and must be capable of adapting to varying workloads on a constant basis.
• Must have the ability to make sound, independent judgments, and also be able to collaborate with members of the interdisciplinary teams, residential and nursing coordinators, and other members of the agency in an appropriate fashion.
• Must have the ability to comprehend and perform oral and written instructions and procedures.
• Must have effective reading and comprehension skills.
• Must have strong communication skills, written and verbal.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: (POTENTIAL FOR)

• Exposure to chemicals, such as cleaning products and other products used on household equipment, etc.
• Exposure to stress and constant interruptions.
• Possible exposure to body fluids, contagious diseases, etc. while carrying out services.

EQUIPMENT USED: This must be considered only a representative, partial list, since equipment changes may occur at any time:

Computers, printers, telephone, fax machine, copier, shredder, kitchen appliances, and vehicles.

JOB PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

CUSTOMER SERVICE:

1. Completes 3 random site visits at each location when on-call.
2. Oversees the maintenance of on-site records for all consumers.
3. Assists in the scheduling of monthly activities for all consumers.
4. Monitors Residents and the facility to ensure safety and security.
5. Provides direct monitoring of consumers and redirects residents to ensure compliance with house and program rules.

1. Ensures that daily progress notes are completed on every shift, any missing notes are reported to the Residential Manager.
2. Completes facility inspections as assigned.
3. Completes required consumer documentation in the required format and within the required timeframe.
4. Attend mandatory trainings as required by federal, state, and local laws at the direction of their supervisor.

1. Assists with monitoring time sheets in MITC for all staff assigned to the residence and reports to the Residential Manager.
2. Assists Residential Manager in completing BHT performance evaluations annually or as directed.
3. Completes orientations of new staff as assigned by the Residential Manager.
4. Assists Residential Manager with monthly staff meetings/trainings.
5. Ensures that staff trainings haven't lapsed, assists with scheduling re-trainings, and reports to residential manager. Tracking attendance of staff
6. Assists with tracking attendance of staff and reports issues to residential manager.

FACILITY MANAGEMENT/PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

1. Purchases and monitors food and household supplies based upon established menus and adheres to the established weekly food budget.
2. Responsible for maintaining a clean, safe and secure environment for all consumers living within the residential facility, according to Licensure and OSHA standards. Includes keeping the grounds neat and clean, e.g., no cigarette butts outside, no trash lying around, trash cans have lids secure, etc.
3. Completes and submits work orders when things are broken or need to be replaced. Reports facility issues to the Residential Manger.
4. Keeps a list of supplies needed in the residence according to established procedures and makes the list available to the Residential Manager.
5. Monitors and completes the vehicle checklist weekly of assigned vehicle and makes sure it available to the necessary personnel.
6. Ensures that monthly fire drills are conducted and documented as scheduled and required.
7. Ensures that fire extinguishers are up-to-date with inspection initials and that they are working properly.
8. Conducts monthly inspections of the grounds and perimeter of the home and reports any issues to residential manager.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS REQUIRED

1. Demonstrates consistent ability to work under pressure in a stressful, dynamic work environment and get things done in a timely manner.
2. Adjust and handle multiple changing priorities.
3. Assumes responsibility for identifying and assisting to meet own learning needs.
4. Participates in 24/7 on call rotation.
5. Assists with transportation of clients.
6. Responsible for maintaining life safety binder.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.