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  • Residential Coordinator
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    Residential Coordinator
    11 hours ago
    $52500–$58000 yearly
    Full-time
    Hackensack River Waterfront, Jersey City

    If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to work in the non-profit area Hudson Milestones could be a wonderful organization for you to join! The Residential Coordinator (Group Home Manager) or RC, position requires experience in planning and implementing programs for adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. It involves quality assurance, training of staff, preparation of programmatic and financial data reports, and personnel related responsibilities. The RC is responsible for ensuring a smooth operation and remaining compliant with agency and state regulations. We are looking for a strong candidate to lead a Hudson County based Group Home. Responsibilities/Requirements include but are not limited to: Responsible for reading, knowing and complying with all appropriate governing documents in the administration of their programs be it contracts, agency policies and procedures, State or Federal standards, specific program operations manuals and circulars both internal and external, and the like. Ensures compliance with the agency’s Operations and Personnel Manuals and the Division of Developmental Disabilities Standards Manual. Completes and/or reviews and submits all logs, records, forms, schedules, and reports as required by the agency and the Division of Developmental Disabilities. Maintains all program files according to agency and Division of Developmental Disabilities specifications. Attends meetings and training as directed by the Director of Residential Services. Ensures nutritional and dietary needs of the clients are met. Ensures maintenance of dietary and nutritional information on clients. Ensures all Individual Habilitation Plans and supporting documentation are implemented and consistent with agency and State philosophy and requirements and monitors same. Supervises maintenance of home and property, assuring safe, clean, and orderly environment. Ensures proper program coverage by staff at all times, consistent with client needs and program budget. Coordinates client health care including scheduling and reporting appointments and treatment. Provides transportation to medical appointments when necessary. Supervises medication dispersion and documentation. Report all unusual incident reports and internal reports Facilitates family and guardian contacts. Directs staff and volunteers in program, providing guidance, role modeling and instruction as needed. Ensures full and comprehensive training and orientation of new staff and substitutes. Completes staff evaluations and new hire probationary logs. Maintains professional demeanor in all interactions with clients, supervisors, staff, families, neighbors, professionals and others involved in the program. Maintains, documents, and disperses household funds including petty cash, grocery, client funds, recreation, salary and clothing disbursement. Coordinates daily activity and recreation schedules ensuring follow through and completion. Ensures client development in: A. Self Help Skills B. Community Living C. Social Skills D. Activities of Daily Living Ensures implementation and monitoring of Individual Habilitation Plans, Behavior Support Plans and other training plans required. Participate and ensures accuracy of payroll reporting. Provides transportation for residents as necessary. During off hours, serves as the “On Call” in case of an emergency in order to provide coverage or as directed by the Director of Residential Services. Implements department wide programming as requested by the Director of Residential. Monitors program budget to ensure appropriate expenditures. Coordinates, attends and/or schedules all required meetings relevant to the operation of the residential program as directed by the Director of Residential Services and/or Chief Executive Officer. Provides a consistent means of relaying information from the Administration to staff and vice versa as needed. Works flexible hours as necessary for the benefit of the program. Respects the confidential nature of all information regarding clients and families. Ensures that a client’s dignity is not compromised in any way. Ensures that a safe and healthy environment is maintained for all clients at all times. Cooperates with the Licensee and any Department staff in any inspection or investigation. Performs all other duties as assigned by the Director of Residential Services and/or the Chief Executive Officer or his/her designee. All staff are strongly encouraged to participate in any/all fundraising activities to any extent possible. Each RC is required to work 1 evening, 1 Weekend Day, and 1 overnight per month for staff supervision. Candidates must possess a valid NJ driver's license (or transfer), be 21 and older, pass physical & substance screening, fingerprinting and complete online state mandated training prior to Orientation. EOE V/W/D Position Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education, Psychology or related field, or Equivalent Valid New Jersey driver’s license (Probationary/Provisional not accepted) Strong written and oral communication skills. Twenty-one years of age or older. Supervisory skills a must. A minimum of three (3) years experience working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities including individual habilitation plan development, program monitoring and behavioral plan development experience One (1) year experience in a residential program as a Group Home Manager Two (2) years additional experience in a residential program in a supervisory role. EOE Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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  • Home Help Aide (HHA)
    Home Help Aide (HHA)
    19 days ago
    $17 hourly
    Part-time
    Union

    For more information: Find us on Google! Position Summary: The Home Health Aide (HHA) provides personal care and support services to clients in their homes under the supervision of a licensed nurse or healthcare professional. The HHA assists clients with daily living activities, promotes comfort and safety, and helps maintain a clean and healthy environment. Key Responsibilities: • Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including:, • Bathing, grooming, dressing, and personal hygiene, • Toileting and incontinence care, • Mobility assistance and transfers, • Assist with meal preparation and feeding, if necessary, • Monitor and report changes in the client’s physical, emotional, or mental condition, • Take and record vital signs as assigned, • Provide medication reminders (as permitted by state regulations), • Perform light housekeeping duties related to client care, • Accompany clients to appointments or errands if required, • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care provided, • Follow care plans and agency policies, • Ensure client safety and confidentiality at all times Qualifications: • Valid Home Health Aide (HHA) certification (as required by state), • High school diploma or equivalent (preferred), • CPR certification (preferred or required per agency policy), • Previous caregiving experience (preferred but not required), • Ability to lift, transfer, and assist clients safely, • Reliable transportation (if travel required), • Strong communication and interpersonal skills Skills & Competencies: • Compassionate and patient demeanor, • Dependable and punctual, • Ability to work independently, • Strong observation skills, • Respect for client dignity and privacy Physical Requirements: • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25–50 lbs, • Ability to assist with transfers and mobility

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