Position: Shift Leader

Effective: 04/04/2025
Reviewed: 04/04/2025

Job Summary

The Shift Leader is responsible for the overall wellbeing of the program by cultivating an environment that fosters independence within a safe and clean environment while encouraging the enhancement of positive relationships with individuals with Intellectual Disabilities or Autism Spectrum Disorder supported by Hope Family Partners.

Shift Responsibilities

• Ensure DSP job tasks are completed:
  • ISP Data
  • GER if applicable
  • T-Log
  • Medication administration
  • Punching In and Punching Out
• Ensure every individual is supported according to their individual support plan
• Report to the management team

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage and support direct care staff to allow them to perform their roles safely and effectively
• Support your Residential Coordinator and Home Manager to run your workplace according to HCBS standards
• Ensure the home is safe and clean
• Ensure medications are refilled and orders are up to date
• Ensure all positive support plans and client documentation is completed by the end of all staff shifts
• Ensure all incident reports/GERS are completed
• Be able to speak and write clearly in English
• Ensure monthly reports are completed by the proper due date
• Report all issues to your supervisor by text and/or email

Physical Requirements

• Ability to do standing/sedentary tasks for long periods of time
• Ability to perform range of motion tasks including stretching, stooping and lifting
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Able to shovel and clear pathways

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience supporting people with disabilities, in good standing, at Hope Family Partners for 1 year
• Valid Maine Driver License
• Valid CRMA, CDS/DSP, First Aid/CPR and Safety Management
• Work permit if required

Job Classification

Reports To: Hope Family Partners Residential Coordinator

Please contact the Executive Director or Human Resources with questions or concerns.

Position: Direct Support Professional

Effective: 01/01/2023
Reviewed: 03/01/2023
Revised: 03/26/2023

Job Description Summary

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for the overall wellbeing of the program by cultivating an environment that fosters independence within a safe residential environment that encourages the enhancement of independence and positive relationships for individuals with Intellectual Disabilities or Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is our policy to provide an equal employment opportunity to all individuals. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees' talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful.

• All recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation and other employment-related matters are provided fairly to all people on an equal opportunity basis.
• Employment decisions are based on the principles of equal opportunity.
• Employees and applicants will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, retaliation, coercion, or discrimination.
• Reasonable accommodation will be made for disabilities and religious beliefs.

Please contact the Executive Director or Human Resources with questions or concerns.

Essential Functions

• Advocate for assigned individuals, i.e., attend all meetings, and maintain relationships within the home and community.
• Attending to individuals' personal care needs (may include lifting and assisting individuals in and out of wheelchairs and maintaining good hygiene).
• Transporting individuals, as needed, using company or personal vehicles to community outings.
• Transferring from one assignment to another as requested by your supervisor.
• Cooking and cleaning.
• Passing Medications as prescribed by a physician or NP.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring Individual Program Plans (IPP).
• Maintain accurate records including daily logs, individual files, reportable events, and incident reports.
• Maintain open communication with team members regarding goals and progress of program participants.
• Follow all schedules as set by the participants and HFP Support Team.
• Ensure any facility where individuals use house and yard is kept clean and safe.
• Maintain professional boundaries with clients and clients' families.
• Clear all emergency pathways for a clear exit in case of emergency.
• Support clients in their preference in religious services and customs.
• Meal prep and cooking (use gloves if needed for religious reasons).
• Transportation of clients.
• Supporting clients in money management.
• Employment supports in transporting clients.

Physical Tolerances

• Ability to do standing/sedentary tasks for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform range of motion tasks including stretching, stooping and lifting.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Able to shovel and clear pathways.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience supporting people with disabilities (Optional).
• Valid Maine Driver License.
• Valid CRMA (Optional).
• Work permit if required.

Job Classification

Reports To: Hope Family Partners Residential Coordinator

Classification: Non-Exempt