RESIDENTIAL MANAGER

About the role

The Residential Manager is responsible for ensuring the creation and maintenance of a safe, healthy, and supportive environment for individuals served in the residential program. This position oversees the daily operations of assigned residential sites and provides direct supervision to Lead Direct Support Professionals (DSP Leads) and Direct Support Professionals (DSPs).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and leadership to DSP Leads and DSP staff.
• Aid with hiring, onboarding, training, evaluation, and disciplinary actions for residential staff.
• Create and manage staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage and compliance with staffing ratios.
• Conduct team meetings and provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback.
• Promote teamwork, professionalism, and adherence to organizational values.
• Oversee the daily operation of assigned residential sites.
• Maintain a safe, home-like environment that supports independence and well-being.
• Ensure the residence meets all licensing, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Monitor the upkeep of facilities and coordinate maintenance as needed.
• Conduct safety checks, fire drills, and facility inspections according to policy.
• Support individuals in activities of daily living including: Meal planning and preparation, Personal hygiene and grooming, Household maintenance, Community engagement and recreation.
• Promote independence and skill development in areas such as self-care, social skills, and community living.
• Encourage participation in community activities and relationships.
• Ensure individuals receive necessary medical, behavioral health, and social services.
• Ensure medication policies and procedures are followed by staff.
• Conduct medication audits and weekly medication counts.
• Monitor medication administration documentation.
• Coordinate medication refills and ensure discontinued medications are disposed of properly.
• Communicate medication concerns or side effects to the Assistant Regional Director and healthcare providers.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation including: Daily progress notes, Incident reports, Medication administration records, Treatment plans and data collection.
• Aid in the development and review of Individual Habilitation Plans (IHPs) and treatment plans.
• Prepare monthly reports for referring agencies, guardians, or families.
• Maintain compliance with all agency policies and state regulatory requirements.
• Identify behavioral concerns and monitor changes in individuals’ conditions.
• Utilize crisis intervention strategies to prevent or manage crisis situations.
• Communicate behavioral concerns to the interdisciplinary team.
• Aid in identifying strategies to prevent future crises.
• Support individuals in developing life skills including: Budgeting and money management, Community safety, Social interaction, Vocational and pre-vocational skills.
• Support participation in recreational and social activities within the community.
• Manage household budgets and petty cash accounts.
• Maintain accurate financial records and receipts.
• Ensure individuals have adequate clothing and personal supplies.
• Aid in the admissions and transitions for individuals entering the program.
• Participate in the organization’s on-call rotation system.
• Respond to emergencies and provide after-hours support as needed.
• Work flexible hours to support program operations, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum three years of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities or mental illness.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Valid non-provisional driver’s license for 3 years minimum.
• Personal vehicle with state minimum liability insurance.
• Ability to pass required background checks, abuse registry checks, and drug screenings.

Additional Requirements

• Communication Ability to clearly communicate with residents, families, staff, and external partners.
• Leadership Ability to supervise staff, provide direction, and hold team members accountable.
• Ethical Practice Maintains confidentiality and respects the dignity and rights of individuals served.
• Collaboration Works effectively with interdisciplinary teams and community partners.
• Problem Solving Uses a solution-focused approach to address challenges and conflicts.
• Regulatory Compliance Maintains compliance with all licensing, regulatory, and organizational standards.

Core Competencies

• Communication Ability to clearly communicate with residents, families, staff, and external partners.
• Leadership Ability to supervise staff, provide direction, and hold team members accountable.
• Ethical Practice Maintains confidentiality and respects the dignity and rights of individuals served.
• Collaboration Works effectively with interdisciplinary teams and community partners.
• Problem Solving Uses a solution-focused approach to address challenges and conflicts.
• Regulatory Compliance Maintains compliance with all licensing, regulatory, and organizational standards.

About Company

Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment. Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.