Residence Manager

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work – 40 hours, flexible to the needs of the residential program. There is a minimum of twenty five (25) contact hours per week and sixteen (16) weekend hours per month, or in certain instances, fifty (50) contact hours in a bi-week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field and one (1) year experience working with the developmentally disabled; or
• Associates Degree in Human Services or related field and two (2) years’ experience working with developmentally disabled individuals with one (1) year being in a supervisory position; or
• High School Diploma or equivalency with one (1) years’ supervisory experience and must have three (3) years’ of experience in a program for the developmentally disabled.

Must be medication certified or the ability to be medication certified within ninety (90) days. Valid/acceptable NYS driver’s license and have the ability to be van certified within ninety (90) days.

Summary/Objective

Aid in coordinating the residential program for the people we support, emphasizing independence, inclusion, individualization, and productivity.

Essential Functions

• Supervise and direct Direct Support Professionals to ensure the safety and welfare of the people we support.
• Train and supervise Direct Support Professionals to ensure they are competent to provide rehabilitative services and meet the needs of the people we support within regulatory frameworks.
• Train and supervise the people we support in areas such as self-care, domestic skills, socialization, and other designated areas.
• Ensure the residence operates according to agency policies and procedures and comply with all governing bodies' requirements, implementing corrective actions until completion and monitoring for ongoing compliance.
• Ensure all programmatic issues and documentation are completed and filed appropriately and promptly, adhering to billing requirements for OPWDD.
• Implement and oversee ADL, interpersonal skill training, and behavior modification programs for the people we support.
• Aid in managing the people we support's life plans and monitor the plan developed at the annual review.
• Complete all necessary documentation, conduct fire drills, and address matters concerning the people we support's programs, site physical plant, household supplies, equipment repair, and personal needs.
• Conduct staff meetings, training sessions, and discussions regarding the people we support.

Competencies

• Ethical Conduct
• Time Management
• Organization Skills
• Personal Effectiveness and Credibility
• Supervisory Responsibility
• Direct Support Professionals
• Travel
• Work Environment
• Physical Demands
• Other Duties

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; lift; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Work may require lifting, pushing, or pulling in excess of 30 pounds.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.