Apply on Employer Site

The Arc Allegany-Steuben · 3 months ago

Life Coach V - Arc Allegany-Steuben

Wellsville, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$23/hr - $23/hr

3+ years exp

The Arc Allegany-Steuben is seeking a Life Coach V to join their residential team, focusing on providing person-directed services and ensuring the health and safety of individuals served. This role involves supervising lower-level Life Coaches and maintaining compliance with regulations while promoting optimal personal development for residents.

CharityHealth CareNon Profit

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with regulations, agency policies and procedures

Ensure required documentation is complete, accurate and legible

Ensure the agency’s incident management process is followed

Ensure associates are properly recruited, oriented and trained

Provide input in the development and revisions of policies, procedures and agency forms as needed

Ensure Chain of Command is followed when necessary and instructions are followed as stated in policy and procedures

Promote the highest quality of support by implementing the Code of Ethics and Core Competencies

Keep all information confidential

Ensure medication administration is adhered to

Assist with ensuring adherence to the annual budget

Assist with ensuring accurate management of individual’s funds

Complete personal allowance documentation and other financial documentation according to procedure

Provide services to individuals as planned in their Individual Service Plan (ISP), which includes the person’s Individual Protective Oversight Plan (IPOP), Residential Habilitation Plan, Support Plans, Day Habilitation Plan, and/or other safeguards and ensure all related documentation is completed

Ensure Life Coaches are assigned a Resident Advocate and compare the ISP, IPOP, PONS and Behavior Plan for accuracy. Any inconsistencies will be reported to the appropriate programs for follow up

Implement activities as outlined in the Habilitation Plan and, as applicable the ISP

Plan and coordinate daily activities

Act as an advocate for individuals

Provide person-directed services, including residential or day habilitative services and assistance in personal skill areas

Complete assessments and compile baseline data as assigned

Assist and support individuals with community integration

Respect the individual’s right to privacy and confidentiality by appropriate use of written and verbal communication

Work collaboratively with others to ensure the individual’s health and well-being

Ensure emergency medical procedures are followed and consult with the medical chain of command when necessary

Provide services and follow individual’s Plan of Nursing Services (PONS)

Report and document all individual medical concerns to the appropriate personnel

Transport and attend health and medical appointments as assigned

Complete weekly one-on-one meetings with the Life Coach I, II, & III’s prepared with an agenda

Assist Life Coach with completion of one-page profiles and assist POMS as identified in the Resident Advocate job duties

Maintain an environment in the program which encourages and facilitates optimal personal development

Complete assigned daily responsibilities

Complete shift overlaps and specific duties as assigned, if applicable

Complete documentation, filing and general office maintenance and other routine operational reports, charge reports and any other paperwork as assigned

Assist in the identification and development of new services and support opportunities that provide quality of life choices

Complete monthly summaries as assigned, if applicable

Comply with minimum staffing policy

Will be responsible for scheduling; will work with other Life Coach V’s to fill gaps in the schedule while adhering to the minimum staffing policy. Submit schedule to Life Coach X for approval

Complete monthly duties checklist (which include but not limited to ensuring monthly summaries are completed, complete Personal Money Reports and ensure medical needs are met. See checklist, ensure that Ledgers and Personal Money Records are accurate and up to date

Work with associates to develop, research and teach successful learning to maximize the individuals valued outcomes

Ensure all individuals are assigned a Residential Advocate

Ensure staff are completing daily and monthly documentation (see checklist). (intake and elimination, weekly doc checks)

Ensure medication are passed without error

Ensure professional and effective teamwork is maintained with all staff

Assist the Life Coach X in investigations which include incident reporting and human resources

Apply timely effective praise, corrective teaching, and staff re-training as needed

Delegate and assign responsibilities as necessary

Perform periodic spot checks on all shifts, and observations by designated due dates and as needed for quality improvement. (attach checklist)

Ensure the site is a safe, clean environment and immediately address areas of concern

Maintain knowledge of fire evacuation plan and ensure plan is followed

Practice standard precautions and other appropriate infection control practices

Ensure site vehicles are maintained, as applicable

Develop and maintain positive customer relationships both internal and external. This includes family, local businesses, and external service providers

Maintain effective working relationships with service providers, community resources and families

Ensure that internal and external written and verbal communications regarding the agency are positive and reflect our mission, vision and values and respect the individuals’ right to privacy and confidentially

Ensure customer concerns are addressed in a timely and professional manner

Participate in agency committees, initiatives, projects and trainings

Assist with coverage in the agency as assigned

Maintain certifications and annual training updates, as required

May be required to use your private vehicle to transport the people we support

Will be flexible with work locations and hours worked based on the needs of the agency to include working at any residential home

Qualification

CPR/First Aid/AED CertificationMedication Administration CertificationIDD populationMicrosoft Office skillsEmpathyEffective teamworkVerbal communicationWritten communicationAttention to detail

Required

Associate Degree with 2 years' experience or High school diploma with 3 years' experience working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Three years' experience working with people with IDD population

CPR/First Aid/AED instruction and SCIP Certification within the first six months of hire

Medication Administration Certification for Residential and site-based programs

Must ensure implementation of Resident Advocate duties

Must demonstrate and role model the code of ethics along with professionalism, effective teamwork and empathy

Must be excellent in verbal and written communication

Valid driver's license for the state in which the person resides

Acceptable safe driving record

Motor vehicle with up-to-date inspection, that is registered and insured

Will be required to enroll in LENS (Licensed Event Notification System)