• Graduation from an accredited high school or GED
• Age Twenty (20) or older
• Possession of a valid Tennessee driver’s license

• Ability to communicate clearly and precisely, in verbal and written form
• No physical barriers or limitations to lifting
• Ability to have good judgment and decision making skills
• Ability to be flexible in his/her job position
• Ability to care for all persons supported in a professional manner
• Knowledge of pertinent rules and regulations

• Supervise and enforce policies, programs, and operational procedures of the agency
• Chart all relevant data pertaining to training and program goals
• Complete running records daily for each person supported supervised
• Use time productively and efficiently
• Use appropriate verbal and non-verbal techniques to communicate effectively with persons supported, staff, and families/guardians
• Engage persons supported in learning process of daily living activities in a professional manner
• Administer medications to persons supported according to protocol
• Report specific needs of persons supported to appropriate staff
• Maintain a positive, professional, working relationship with supervisors, other staff, persons supported, community, and families/guardians
• Ensure accuracy and confidentiality of persons supported records
• Serve as a role model to persons supported by making good judgment and exhibiting positive decision-making skills
• Coordinate recreational activities as directed by the persons supported plan of care
• Provide a clean and safe environment for persons supported in the homes
• Develop and follow menu plans designed for persons supported (diet restriction, meal plan, nutrition guidelines, etc.)
• Provide and assist with personal care, including hygiene needs as needed
• Lift and transfer persons supported as needed, while following transfer plans
• Maintain the physical needs of the house, either personally or by notifying the Residential Coordinator of issues that cannot be resolved
• Complete assigned monthly chore calendars, assisting persons supported with any chores that they can complete.
• Submit required documentation to Residential Coordinator in a timely manner
• Conduct and document fire and severe weather drills on a monthly basis
• Document monies received and spent by persons supported (must be supported by receipts)
• Discharge other job assignments as assigned by the Residential Coordinator and/or Executive Director
• Assist the Executive Director with agency employees morale and cohesion
• Provide a positive presence and assist with conflict management as needed

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