Tierra Village Job Announcement
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Job Title: Resident Manager / Lead Care Partner
Expected Start Date: September 1, 2013 (Earlier work may be available)
Position Open Until Filled. Please Apply Now.
Tierra Village, a non-profit 501 c(3) organization,is seeking a dynamic and experienced live-in care partner, individual or couple, to serve as the resident manager of an Adult Family Home that is currently being built 5 miles outside of Leavenworth, WA. This position is responsible for the overall housing, safety, meals, and well being of five adults with developmental disabilities. Tierra Village has formed within a larger land-based community atmosphere in a spectacular natural setting. The resident manager will have the opportunity to help shape the character and quality of the Adult Family Home and related educational and vocational programs, along side the Tierra Village director. Please note the term care partner stems from the concept of care provider traditionally used in Adult Family Homes. Care partner, used here, reflects Tierra's belief that great care stems from a two way partnership in which both parties can grow and change.
Position Summary:
The resident manager/ care partner will be responsible for all aspects of the successful operation of the Coyote House, an Adult Family Home located at the Tierra Learning Center. All potential applicants are strongly encouraged to visit tierralearningcenter.org for an overview of the community that helps to support Tierra Village. The resident manager will collaboratively provide a safe, caring, engaging home environment for residents as well as actively support resident involvement in on and off-site community activities. The manager will reside in Coyote House with up to five residents and two volunteer assistants/interns. The resident manager works closely with the Executive Director of Tierra Village and with the state AFH licensor, as the Entity Representative under Tierra Village’s Adult Family Home Provider License.
Working Conditions:
The resident manager is responsible for the health and well being of the home and its residents 365 days a year, 24 hours a day. Although the resident manager may not be on site at all times they are responsible for the actions and experience of the care partners whom they choose to put in charge.
Essential Functions:
- Orient, inspire and collaboratively manage the care partner team to ensure all home and direct care of Coyote House residents are met.
- Provide and encourage appropriate positive reinforcement in all aspects of the Residents’ Daily Living Skills as identified in their negotiated care plan.
- Oversee planning and preparation of nutritious, fresh, organic (as possible) meals including snacks.
- Supervise housekeeping to ensure the Home is clean and well maintained (inside and outside).
- Listen well and provide problem solving opportunities as necessary.
- Ensure that residents rights and records are maintained and privacy laws are adhered to.
- Be familiar with all background information on each resident and maintain contact with resident’s family/guardians, as needed.
- Schedule necessary medical appointments and facilitate punctual and safe transportation to community based appointments (jobs, haircut, dentist etc).
- Monitor resident health changes and needs, and coordinate health care with residents’ families/guardians and Director
- Plan, implement, and maintain a safety plan for each of the 5 residents, based on their abilities and needs (e.g. level of supervision, monitoring)
- Act promptly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Facilitate weekly community meetings.
- Provide, coordinate, and assist residents with social, recreational, educational and leisure activities in collaboration with the staff and the director.
- Support educational growth of residents, interns, self and staff.
- Identify significant behavioral issues and develop appropriate interventions.
- Report all incidents in a timely manner to the director and see that incident reports are completed.
- Build and maintain a collaborative team with staff and other professionals.
- Regular, functional attendance
- Inform Director of any staff disciplinary action necessary.
- Participate in preparation of annual budget and control operating expenses in collaboration with the Director.
- Participate in collecting revenues according to the Admission Contract.
- Maintain a healthy, open and dynamic home environment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (see “Additional Requirements Prior to Hire”, below)
Three years of human services related management experience in an organization (public or private) which included responsibility for each of the following:
a) Empowerment/care for people with a range of abilities, including responsibility for their overall care, well-being, safety, and meals
b) Creating a learning environment
c) Program evaluation
d) Budget preparation, control, and implementation
In the "Narrative" section on your application, please clearly describe your experience in each of the four areas listed above.
The ideal candidate will possess the following desired attributes:
- Creativity, flexibility, patience and compassion as core strengths.
- A sense of humor, ability to work well with others, and be open to learning.
- Passion for best practices, collaboration and innovation.
- Enthusiasm for role as a facilitator, and able to orient and manage staff/volunteers.
- Excellent and effective non- judgmental communication skills.
- Commitment to living in community.
- Shares Tierra Village values of inclusion, stewardship, and growth.
- Experience and a passion for working with people of all abilities
- Integrity and professionalism
- Ability to lead Coyote House in compliance with Washington State Regulatory Code for Adult Family Home
- Organizational and planning skills
Preference given to candidates who have:
- 4- Year College Degree (Nursing Degree a plus)
- Computer and Writing skills
- Teaching/Facilitation Experience
- Experience cooking with fresh foods.
Additional Requirements Prior to Hire/On-going:
- Background check
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Has completed at least one thousand hours in the previous sixty months of successful direct care-giving experience obtained after age eighteen to vulnerable adults in a licensed or contracted setting before operating or managing a home. Note: This information will be verified.
OR
Has a current, valid physician license under Chapter 18-71 RCW, osteopathic physician license under Chapter 18-57 RCW, osteopathic physician assistant license under Chapter 18-57A RCW, physician assistant license under Chapter 18-471A RCW or RN, ARNP or LPN license under Chapter 18-79 RCW. If so, attach a copy of the license. Please note if you possess one of the above licenses, no attestation is required.
OR
A written exemption for the 1000 hours of care-giving experience in a licensed setting from Joyce Stockwell, Director of Residential Care Services. Written exemptions will take approximately two weeks to obtain. If you would like to apply for this exemption please write to Joyce Stockwell P.O. Box 45600 Olympia, WA 98504 with a detailed account of your experience and a letter stating why your experience warrants your exemption. If you can get a written exemption we encourage you to do so, however, if you feel you are perfect for the job in every other way except for this detail please do apply.
- Care Plan for any dependents who need care during on-duty hours.
- Medical examination as a condition of employment and a medical declaration yearly thereafter
- CPR, first aid, blood born pathogens class
- Food handlers permit
- Continuing education-10 hours a year
- TB test-given upon employment
- Orientation certificate-provided by employer
- 48 Hour Administrative Training- provided by employer
Salary and Benefits:
Total Salary and Benefits Package Available:
- Up to $54,800
Salary
- $28,000 to $34,000
Core Benefits
- Medical Benefits
- Housing allowance to cover on-site rent, utilities, phone, internet, garbage and recycling
- Healthy Food allowance to cover all meals eaten alongside residents of Coyote House
- Employee typically contributes coverage for non-employed dependents with regard to shared meals and insurance.
Retirement Benefits
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Employee Retirement Benefits after six months of employment
- Three percent employer paid contribution into a defined contribution program with Vanguard (must work for 1 year to be fully vested with the retirement benefits)
- Option to enroll in the employee paid retirement program through Vanguard
Paid Leaves & Other Benefits
- Up to two weeks of paid Vacation (expected to be in December and late August).
- Four sick days per year
- Additional non-paid leave available based on coverage by fully trained care partner
Additional Information:
To apply, follow the "Apply" link above and complete the Employment Application online including:
your resume that clearly describes how your experience, skills and knowledge relate to the essential functions and requirements of the position. AND
A cover letter that describes how your background, experience and training qualify you for the position.
The screening of candidates will be based on review of the application, resume, and cover letter. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and whose backgrounds most closely match the desired attributes as outlined in this announcement will be invited to interview.
Note: If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of an abuse check, credit report, medical examination, criminal records check and driving records check. Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.
If you require an alternate format in order to complete the employment process or have any questions, please contact Shanda at (509) 548-3519.
PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING US!
Tierra Village is committed to affirmative action, equal employment opportunity and workplace diversity.
What is Leavenworth like?
Leavenworth, Washington, is a small community located in the heart of the Washington State on the eastern slope of the Cascade Mountains.
Leavenworth is a semi-arid region, with and average annual rainfall of 9 inches. Ample sunshine is an attractive feature of the area, with most of the total rain/snowfall coming during a six month period from November through April. The mildish winter and abundance of sunshine during the growing season (average of 140 frost-free days per year) provide excellent conditions for agricultural production. Regionally the #1 grower for organic pears and numerous orchards of pears, apples, peaches, apricots, cherries, plums and some grapes for local wineries.
The terrain within the city is flat, valley floor. Gentle slopes of 11-25 degrees and steep slopes of 25-45 degrees surround the city. The elevation of Leavenworth is 1,166 feet above sea level, while the nearby mountains rise between 5,000 and 8,000 feet. Tierra Village is situated five miles from the downtown area. It is typical to have at least a foot of snow on the ground from December through April.
Leavenworth is a small town with big recreational opportunities.
Our county is rich with parks, rivers, lakes and recreational activities, including hiking, cross-country skiing, fishing, biking, boating, farmers markets, summer theatre, art fairs, and music. A short driving distance to the west is great skiing in the Cascade Mountains. To the east are the fertile, semi-arid desert and Palouse. To the north is the Glacier Peak Wilderness Area, and to the south are the enchantment mountain and the Columbia River Basin.
Check out our website (tierralearningcenter.org) to get the full picture of who we are and what we believe is important.
