Residential Director Autism Facility

Full-time

Description

Responsibilities: Program Leadership & Participant Support

• Ensure services and supports outlined in Individual Support Plans (ISPs) are delivered consistently effectively and as prescribed.
• Ensure staff implement all Individual Support Plans Behavioral Support Plans and other participant-specific programming.
• Proactively identify and eliminate barriers to quality services while promoting operational efficiency.
• Work with staff as needed to meet participant needs and provide direct support.
• Maintain positive relationships with participants families guardians county boards and community partners
• Oversee the admissions review process for Community Living participants

Team Leadership & Staff Development

• Lead mentor coach and develop managers program leaders and Direct Support Professionals.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with direct reports and support ongoing professional development.
• Oversee hiring onboarding performance management disciplinary actions investigations and termination processes.
• Facilitate hands-on training support feedback and supervision throughout the program.
• Foster a positive collaborative work environment aligned with Bittersweets Core Values.
• Collaborate with staffing managers to complete schedules and meet staffing needs.
• Provide leadership presence across shifts including on-call responsibilities.
• Operations Compliance & Financial Management
• Manage county and state reporting requirements including Monthly Rate Calculators (MRCs) and Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) documentation.
• Monitor program budgets revenues and expenses to ensure fiscal responsibility
• Assist the Finance Department with funding discrepancies and county-level billing issues.
• Maintain current knowledge of Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) Medicaid CMS and other applicable regulations.
• Ensure compliance with all organizational policies procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Support incident management investigations and reporting including Major Unusual Incidents (MUIs).

Qualifications: Education & Experience

• Bachelors Degree required; masters degree preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience working with individuals with autism and/or developmental disabilities required.
• Understanding of state and federal funding systems regulatory requirements and service delivery models required.

Skills

• Strong leadership coaching and supervisory abilities.
• Excellent organizational analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong conflict resolution and decision-making skills.
• Ability to lead teams through change while maintaining a positive culture.
• High degree of professionalism integrity and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel Word Outlook Teams and SharePoint

Additional Requirements

• Valid drivers license reliable transportation and eligibility for coverage under Bittersweets vehicle insurance policy.
• Flexibility to meet operational needs including evenings weekends and on-call responsibilities.

Salary Description

$67000 - $73000 annually

Required Experience:

Director