Residential Manager

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Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent, Bachelors preferred. Previous experience working with people with disabilities, minimum of one (1) year supervisory experience preferred. Strong communication and follow-up skills. Ability to handle multiple priorities and work with limited supervision. Possession of a valid NYS Drivers License. Must be able to work weekend and evening hours as directed by the Assistant and Residential Director.

Essential Responsibilities:

Supervise the daily operation of the residence. Ensure staffing schedule is completed per program requirements. Provides coverage for shifts as needed to ensure staffing needs are met. Provides on-call availability to the program for emergency situations and guidance as needed. Assist with transportation to and from work, day program and medical appointments as required/needed. Monitor and supervise the implementation of consumer goals, ongoing services, and staff actions. Provide coordination of all services and support in the areas of: medical/dental, nutritional, psychological/behavioral and therapeutic (i.e. OT, PT, speech, social work, etc.). Ensure that residential staff are knowledgeable of all medical/clinical recommendations, prescription/orders and follow up care and that there is an understanding of their role in providing care and treatment. Directly supervise and evaluate Direct Support Professionals and Support Staff. Provide hands-on training of staff in delivery of all services. Develop a schedule with the Director of Residential and coordinate staff in-service training programs and maintain training records on site for the house. Ensure staff remain up to date and current on all required trainings. When necessary, complete all responsibilities as outlined in the Direct Care Support Professional job description. Participate in the development and implementation of their consumers' habilitation plan in conjunction with the ISP/CFA formulated as part of interdisciplinary team meetings. Screen and assist in the hire process for all non-exempt staff for the house. Participate with the Director of Residential in the on-going development and organization of the house. Ensure that the daily operation of the facility adheres to applicable Federal, State and Local regulations and Agency policies and procedures. Safeguard and maintain all necessary records in compliance with all Federal, State and Local regulations and Agency policies and procedures. Monitor daily and on-going maintenance issues for the house. Responsible for managing consumer funds, petty cash and all other financial transactions and insuring accurate documentation and accounting on a daily basis. Adhere to program budget. Responsible for the safety of staff and the persons served under his/her supervision. Adhere to the Agency's Corporate Compliance Plan and Code of Ethical Conduct. Perform any other related duties as directed by the Assistant Director of Residential and/or designee.