Residential Program Supervisor - Mental Health

Job Description

Job Description

Options for Community Living, Inc. is committed to helping Long Island's most vulnerable families and individuals live healthier, more stable, and productive lives. In 1982, Options was established to respond to the need for housing in the community for people with serious mental illness. Today, Options serves over 2,000 adults and children annually and manages more than 160 residential properties across Long Island.

*$500 Sign-on Bonus!*

Options for Community Living, Inc. is looking for a Residential Program Supervisor to join our Mental Health Licensed Program! An ideal candidate should meet the following requirements:

• Must meet standards for designation as Qualified Mental Health Staff (QMHS).
• Bachelor's degree in human service-related discipline, or in a mental health discipline, or certified or licensed as a Social Worker
• One year of experience working with persons with psychiatric disabilities.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license, safe driving record, valid auto insurance and access to a vehicle is required.

*At least 5 years of qualifying experience* may be substituted for Bachelor's degree.

*QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE: Verifiable full-time residential or case management experience with persons with a history of mental illness.

Our Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous PTO: 5 Wellness Days, 10-22 Vacation Days, 8 Sick Days, 11 Paid Holidays - yearly
• 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Initiatives
• Paid Training & On-the-Job Training
• Promotional Opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account

Salary Range: $64,350/year - $70,000/year

The above salary range represents Options for Community Living's good faith and reasonable estimate of potential compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future. When determining a salary offer, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education level, language skillset, credentials, professional licensure, budget, and internal equity).

Schedule: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, with 1 weekend day per month.

Location: In person; based out of our East Islip location, with field visits in the surrounding area of East Islip; at least 1 day per week in the Ronkonkoma main office

Pay Type: Exempt

Responsibilities:

The Program Supervisor is responsible for supervision of residential staff and coordination of the program at the supervised site and several apartment sites. The Program Supervisor is responsible for monitoring each resident's service plan and for ensuring that the overall activities of the residence conform to program objectives, policy, and procedures. The Program Supervisor reports directly to the Senior Program Manager.

• Train and supervise residential counselors and ensure implementation of program procedures at program sites on a regular basis.
• Evaluate the performance of team members; provide regular feedback and coaching regarding employee performance. Address disciplinary issues as needed. Meet with staff regularly.
• Provide oversight, supervise, and coordinate the development and review of individual service plans, utilization reviews, service plan reviews, discharge plans and progress notes.
• Ensure services are provided to residents in accordance with Medicaid regulations. Ensure services are billed appropriately.
• Coordinate staff contacts with local service providers as needed to assist residents in accessing services and to share information.
• Facilitate process to ensure residents obtain applicable public benefits and ensure monthly payment of program fees.
• Ensure appropriate staffing at the residence, including hiring new staff members and ensuring coverage is obtained for open shifts when needed.
• Supervise household management activities to ensure conformance with program standards and budgetary guidelines.
• Ensure sites are maintained according to agency standards and any other applicable regulations.
• Coordinate quality assurance activities such as record audits, safety reports and data base reports.
• Participate in quarterly record review process.
• Conduct site visits one time weekly.
• Oversee the management of medication. Ensure that proper medication procedures are followed by staff and residents.
• Serve as Mandated Reporter according to the New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs.
• Report all incidents according to applicable rules and regulations.
• Provide on-call back-up to residential staff, on an ongoing basis, in the event of a medical or psychiatric emergency.
• Provide rotating coverage in the mental health residential on-call schedule for both the licensed and supportive housing programs.
• Any other appropriate tasks as assigned by management.

Salary Range

$64,350—$70,000 USD

Incredible people doing meaningful work. People come to work at Options to help improve the overall quality of life for individuals within the community. Our welcoming workforce is dedicated to helping the most vulnerable Long Islanders reach their fullest potential.