Director of Residential Services
Description
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states
We are Now Hiring Full-Time Director of Residential Services in Denville, NJ
The Director of Residential Services maintains a high-quality program to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This person is responsible for supporting the team with day-to-day operations and challenges to achieve programmatic goals.
Starting Salary: $57,500.00 per year
Responsibilities:
- Lead and train the team to support programmatic initiatives, goals, daily routines, and the unique needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Manage team performance through effective communication, training, performance management, staff meetings, and employee recognition
- Manage staff schedules and ensure shifts are adequately staffed
- Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in the efficiency of department and services performed
- Assist with the development of current and future programs including residential supports, personalized supports, supported employment, and person-centered planning
- Monitor and maintain the residential budget
- Prepare required statistical, financial, and service reports as needed
- Develop and update Individual Support Plans (ISP)/Person-Centered Plans (PCP)/ Life Plan with an interdisciplinary team to include any concerns, observations, and behavioral developments
- Ensure individuals are supported per their ISP/PCP/Life Plan including medication management, meal planning, and behavior management
- Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
- Monitor the finances of individuals ensuring purchases are approved and accounted for with documentation
- Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
- May conduct programmatic investigations
- Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
- Employees must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation
Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED with three years of relevant experience
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
- Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
- Team oriented with demonstrated leadership experience
- Experience with problem solving against multiple priorities
- Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving support
- Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing
Why Community Options?
- Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
- Generous PTO
- Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Incredible career growth opportunities
Careers.comop.org Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V