The Residential Director would oversee a case load of eight (8) community homes for individuals with developmental disabilities. Accountable for the development, direction, and coordination of supports for individuals receiving services from the I/DD Services department. Actively supports the organization’s mission and core values, endorsing a culture of people-centered choice and their achievement of the highest quality of life.
ResponsibilitiesProgram Development
Participates in the application for funding to provide residential services to adults with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities based on people served needs and desiresCreates, implements, and enforces policies and practices that reflect the mission and philosophy of the organization and funding sourcesCoordinates with other departments such as Clinical, Finance, General Services, QI, Development, and Human Resources Coordinates the management of Reportable Incidents through to their conclusion for residential programsMonitors Human Rights issues in regard to behavior management and the use of psychotropic medicationsWorks closely with the Director Entitlements and Community Affairs to ensure full census and benefits for those individuals deemed eligible for Residential Services
Delivery of Habilitative Services
Develops, facilitates, and models appropriate treatment models and techniques used in residential settings for adults with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities.Provides I/DD Staff with the resources necessary to meet criteria of Residential Services and Community InclusionMonitors adherence to regulations and standards for the fieldCompletes observations at all residential settings at least monthlyReviews the staff action plans to ensure meets all regulatory regulationsOversees delivery of services to all individuals served in assigned programs and ensures that services are properly documentedRecommends changes in the delivery of treatment programs based on service outcomes
Planning and Administration
Develops and implements outcome monitoring system for staff action/habilitation plans in coordination with all services provided to the person servedEnsures adherence to standards for OPWDD funded programsCreates and manages budget through subordinate supervisorsRepresents unit, department, or division in multi-disciplinary meetingsRepresents organization with governmental agencies, community groups, community based organizations, and families of residents.Participates in the development and monitoring of each programs P.E.I.s
Management and Supervision
Responsible for: conducting one unannounced visit per month to I/DD IRAs and completing the unannounced visit checklist during each visit and reporting results to Vice P resident and Director QI within one week of visit; and following up on action items at next unannounced visitActively reviews all evaluation and disciplinary actionEnsures that staff meet mandatory training requirementsProvides coaching and mentoring to subordinatesProvides on call emergency follow up and guidance as needed Must be culturally sensitive to the population being served
Supervisory Responsibilities
Manages subordinates who supervise direct care and clinical staff in the Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities Department’s, I/ DD Residential Programs. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of each program in conjunction with the Vice president of I/DD Support Services, Coordinator of Intake and Entitlements and the Senior Vice President for I/DD Services. Gives direct supervision to non-supervisory employees who work within the I/DD offices. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Required/Master's degree preferred or equivalent; and at least 7 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Including at least 4 years in a supervisory position where supervise multiple sites.
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