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Mt Olivet Rolling Acres

Nonprofit disability services in Minnesota

Lead Direct Support Professional Medical Coordinator

Residential & Direct SupportConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeShakopee, MN, USA$20.25 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • Must pass the Department of Human Services background check and maintain qualified status.
  • Must not be excluded from working in government health programs by the Office of Inspector General.
  • Must be able to successfully meet the company’s physical job demands.
  • Must have a valid current driver’s license and vehicle insurance as required by state law.
  • Must successfully complete Medication Administration class with a score of 80% or higher and regularly pass medications using the correct procedure without error.

Responsibilities

  • Assist clients with daily cares, medical needs and supports, activities of daily living, and mental health supports.
  • Assist individuals with a daily routine, providing opportunities for choice and presenting creative options as needed. The routine includes hygiene, domestic tasks, leisure time usage, grooming, socializing, budgeting, money usage, safety and health, studying, homework completion if applicable, and participating as a member of the community.
  • Plan and implement recreation, leisure, and community activities.
  • Drive to and from and accompany clients at appointments and community activities using a company vehicle during all hours of operation.
  • Assist individuals supported in establishing and maintaining community relationships and facilitating friendships.
  • Understand each person as a unique individual and implement programs in accordance with the Coordinated Service and Support Plan, Coordinated Service and Support Plan Addendum, and Individual Abuse Prevention Plan.
  • Provide person-centered services through practice, action, and language.
  • Maintain working knowledge of each person’s history, skills, areas of vulnerabilities, habilitation plans, and emergency procedures.
  • Participate in the support team process and assist with developing and implementing goals.
  • Administer and document prescribed medication, treatments, diets, and exams properly, or as otherwise directed by the Coordinated Service and Support Plan and its Addendum.
  • Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and MORA policies and procedures.
  • Prepare meals following planned menus for clients in the home and complete weekly food ordering as needed or scheduled.
  • Assist with daily housekeeping and household maintenance.
  • Complete house quality improvement assessments and address identified issues as needed.
  • Ensure adequate supervision of clients, including remaining on shift until a replacement employee arrives.
  • Communicate effectively with others at work verbally and in writing, using the primary spoken language of clients in the home.
  • Complete all mandatory training determined by MORA or 245D regulations.
  • Read and follow company policies and procedures.
  • Remain awake at all times unless working an assigned sleeping shift.
  • Document program data and daily log information accurately and in a timely fashion.
  • Collaborate with the team to complete other duties as assigned or needed.
  • Schedule and attend client appointments and prepare referrals and other required documents for clinicians or external parties.
  • Oversee medical appointment information exchange, including documenting and relaying updates or concerns to the interdisciplinary team as requested, including the MORA Nurse and house team.
  • Oversee the medication administration record, ensuring it is up to date with current medication lists and information needed for each client.
  • Order medications, prepare the new medication administration record at the end of each month, file the old record, check medications weekly, and remove expired medications.
  • Ensure the safe use of adaptive medical equipment for clients.
  • Attend Medical Specialist trainings and meetings.
  • Work flexible hours based on client needs, including annual meetings, medical appointments, and day program closures. Use flex time for on-site oversight and administrative tasks, including assisting with training, house schedules, employee onboarding, employee performance evaluation, client care, house audits, and licensing. Off-site flex hours must be business related and approved by a supervisor.
  • Perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the supervisor and other management.

Desired Qualifications

  • Interest and/or experience working with persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a healthcare oversight capacity.
  • 3–5 years of experience with clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities and medical coordination needs.
  • Proven leadership skills.
  • Ability to work with and support a team in understanding client healthcare needs, managing appointments, and working closely with the interdisciplinary team and MORA Team (PC, PS, Nurse, PD).

About the Company

Mt Olivet Rolling Acres

Nonprofit disability services in Minnesota

Mt Olivet Rolling Acres is a nonprofit that supports children, adults and seniors with disabilities and mental health needs across Minnesota. Its programs span residential homes, in-home assistance, case management and day services, with support shaped around each person's goals and daily life. Nursing teams coordinate medical care within its homes, while the Metro Crisis Coordination Program supports people with disabilities and behavioral needs in the Twin Cities area. Most funding comes through clients' county, state and federal resources, supplemented by donations. The organization began in 1953 and is headquartered in Victoria, Minnesota.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Victoria, MN
Founded
1953

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