Team Leader II - Pod 8 at Southern Alberta Community Living Association

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Sep, 26

Salary

30.23

Posted On

29 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Staff Supervision, Case Management, Person-Centered Planning, Scheduling, Performance Evaluation, Reporting, Mentoring, Conflict Resolution, Time Management, Microsoft Office, Health & Safety Compliance

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Team Leader II – Pod 8 SACLA (SOUTHERN ALBERTA COMMUNITY LIVING ASSOCIATION) Lethbridge, Alberta Full-Time | Permanent ABOUT SACLA Southern Alberta Community Living Association (SACLA) supports individuals with developmental disabilities to live meaningful, connected, and inclusive lives within their communities. Through person-centered supports, housing, advocacy, and community engagement, SACLA is committed to empowering the people we serve while fostering dignity, choice, belonging, and independence. POSITION SUMMARY The Team Leader II will be responsible for providing direction to front-line staff in the delivery of support for people with disabilities. Key responsibilities of this position are to foster team building, provide effective leadership within a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment, and ensuring a high level of service deliveries and services. The Team Leader II will be required to work closely with people, families, guardians, frontline staff and management to assist in the development and implementation of personized services. This includes ensuring application of policies, procedures and initiatives, with daily responsibility for staff scheduling and operations. Core Competencies: · Accountability for Performance and Results · Builds Collaborative Relationships · Change and Innovation · Communicates Effectively · Fosters Continuous Improvement · Focuses on people’s Quality of Life · Inspires Integrity and Honesty · Growing competencies within a team Job Duties: · Provide leadership and supervision to frontline support staff/contractors while planning and implementing according to the goals and aspirations of the person. This includes schedule development, monitoring, and providing direct services as required. · Complete annual planning and required annual documentation for services to people with disabilities. · Complete and monitor daily and monthly reporting requirements. · Monitor the implementation of annual planning and relevant supporting documents (PSP’s, Behavior Support Plans, etc.) for people to help fulfill their goals, objectives and aspirations, leading to a high quality of life. · Responsible for file maintenance and ensuring up to date information is available regarding the people SACLA supports. · Actively engage and mentor support staff/contractors to model conduct aligned with the culture, values, Collective Agreement, policies and procedures of SACLA. · Maintain updated and accurate information in MyCompass. · Communicate and gather information effectively in a variety of settings including one-on-one with staff and in team meetings. · Attend, participate and lead case management meetings as required, ensuring support staff/contractors involvement as required. · Participate in new hire orientation and onboarding. Acting as a mentor and consultant to new employees. · Ensure regular front-line staff supervision and annual performance evaluations are conducted. · Conduct monthly home visits with contractors and monitor respite coverage (if applicable). · Coordinate assigned support staff/contractor training requirements. · Educate others on and adhering with all Health & Safety Provincial and Federal regulations and Association Health & Safety policies and practices. Requirements: · A positive attitude and belief that persons with disabilities have the right and responsibility to define and pursue their life choices. · Proven effective leadership. · Patience, flexibility, time management skills and the ability to work independently. · Ability to work under pressure and in emergency situations. · 3-5 years of work experience in a related field. · 2 years Diploma in Human Services field from a recognized institution is preferred. · 1-2 years of supervisory experience is preferred · Medium level computer literacy (Microsoft Office) and strong reporting skills. · A valid Class 5 driver’s license; access to a reliable vehicle. Participate in on-call duties, as required · Mandatory training (First Aid & CPR, NVCI, Positive Behavior Supports, Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol, Medication Administration). Work Conditions: · Interacts with people, guardians, family members, staff, visitors, stakeholders and government agencies. · Intermittent physical activity including but not limited to walking, standing, sitting, lifting and transferring. · Travel may be required. · On-Call as required. · Overtime as required. · May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc. · Ability to work at a desk for extended periods of time · Ability to work in homes and the community for long periods of time · Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. TO APPLY Please submit: * Resume * Cover Letter (applications without a Cover Letter will not be considered) SACLA thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Monday to Friday with a flexibility to meet operational needs, including weekend on-call rotation. 40 awake / zero sleep hrs per week.

Responsibilities

The Team Leader II provides direction and supervision to front-line staff to ensure high-quality support for individuals with developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include staff scheduling, implementing person-centered service plans, and coordinating case management meetings.