Live In Farm Manager Jobs in Alaska (NOW HIRING)

BASIC FUNCTION:Provide in home support in the Agencys Assistant Living Home. Manage Basic functions of the home. Provide services for the clients that live in the home and insures the well-being of the clients. This position manages an assisted living home, provides support in all activities of daily living, and ensures community inclusion opportunities are provided. The selected candidate will supervise and train other staff working in the home. Manager home finances and budget accordingly. Follow all State and Federal Laws and Regulations regarding services being provided in the home. Knowledgeable of Residents individual care needs, rights, and daily documentation.

Hours: Live-In Staff Position Hours (Example: Start Time Friday 9:00am-Saturday-Sunday-Leave Monday 9:00am)

Private quarters provided within the assisted living home rent-free.The starting salary includes calculation for anticipated over-time.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Regular cleaning of residence in areas used by person
• Prompting the residents to complete their individual laundry needs
• Assists in the development of Individual Support Plans, interaction guidelines and Plan of Care;develops written implementation schedules to assist the individual in meeting the goals outlined in
• the Individual Support Plan, Personal Futures Plan and Plan of Care.
• Implements support services as outlined in the Individual Support Plan, Personal Futures Plan and
• Plan of Care, including but not limited to, activities of daily living, day habilitation, employment,
• inclusionary activities and active learning.
• Provides direct care as needed in various activities such as personal finances, shopping, meal
• preparation, and activities of daily living, which include bathing, toileting, dressing, housekeeping,
• laundry, etc.
• Assure appropriate maintenance, cleanliness and safety of physical site and home vehicle.

Implementation of Goals as approved in each individuals POC

• Support in dressing, changing clothes, personal hygiene
• Supporting the residents in implementing goals and objectives related to activities of daily living.
• Supporting the residents in learning and maintaining skills of self-help in the home
• Implementing meaningful activities for skill exploration, skill building or maintenance.

Food and Medication:

• Shopping for the home, including grocery shopping and supply shopping (when approved)
• Developing and implementing healthy menus for the residents
• Support in administering medications
• Scheduling, attending medical, therapeutic, and counseling appointments as needed.
• Pick up/drop off prescriptions as needed

Transportation:

• Transporting the residents to and from activities that they may be able to participate in togetherand appointments as necessary.

Care of Residents:

• Manage and assist as needed in all ADLs (Activities of daily living)or other skill developments
• Staff must implement all policies and procedures according to SBC and the State of Alaskaregulations.
• Water temperature must be checked on a weekly basis
• MARs must be signed on a daily basis
• Medication & Administration Records
• Group Home notes must be logged into Therap on a daily basis.
• Staff must notify the Case Manager when the residents have appointments or other events in
• which the residents may need additional staffing for transportation purposes.
• It will be required that the live- in complete monthly fire drills
• Managing the daily operation of the home
• Orienting/Training untrained staff to the homes policies and procedures
• Ensuring the safety and care of the residents
• Maintaining current records and documentation for each individual
• Any other duties specified by the administrator of the home in his absence

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES ;

• Strong interpersonal skills and customer service
• Must have knowledge of the HIPAA laws of 1996 to maintain and safeguard confidential medical and
• personal records
• Must have basic computer skills using Microsoft, excel, outlook, word, etc.
• Working knowledge of signs and symptoms of common illnesses and conditions
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to consistently be at work and on time
• Ability to maintain a confidential working relationship
• Excellent personal organizational skills
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to lift 50 lbs., or 1/3 of body weight, whichever is less, on a regular basis

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 21 years of age;
• Bachelors Degree in a health-related field OR
• Completion of an approved management, administrator, or CNA training course and one (1) year or
• experience working with people who experience disabilities OR
• Two (2) years experience working with people who experience developmental disabilities and/or
• challenging behaviors OR equivalent combination of related education and experience
• AND Two (2) years supervisory, teaching, or mentoring experience
• Must meet all the requirements for the position as set out in 7 AAC 125.010 7 AAC 125.199;
• Must be individually enrolled with the department;
• Must pass a Criminal Background Check requested under (c) of this section unless the department grants
• a variance under 7 AAC 10.935;
• May not have been denied a health care provider license or certification for a reason related to patient
• services described in 7 AAC 105 7 AAC 160, or ever had a license or certification revoked; and
• Must be able to independently assist the recipient with the specific ADL under 7 AAC 125.030 and services provided to the recipient
• Possess a valid driver license & at least 3 years of driving experience (may include permit time)
• Provide driving record that meets agency guidelines
• Must have First Aid card issued by the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or other agency approved by The Department of Seniors and Disability Services
• Must complete 18 hours of CEUs of training annually
• Maintain all other Agency compliance

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Position may require extended hours including evenings and weekends
• Indoors in a home setting and out in the community (as needed)