Residential Manager, Adults with Developmental Disabilities (Wading River)

Salary: $58,500 - $61,400

Summary Job Description:

The Residential Manager for our OPWDD-funded Individualized Residential Alternatives (IRAs) is an essential position and is responsible for the daily operations of 1residential program, by supervising, leading and developing a competent and professional workforce, ensuring compliance with all federal, state and local regulations and maintaining a safe, therapeutic and person-centered environment for the people we support. 

Principal Responsibilities:

• Ensure the health and safety as well as the protective oversight of all individuals and staff of assigned programs. 
• Respond to on-call emergencies and staffing issues.  Utilize an agency phone for on-call access. 
• Ensure the development and implementation of all aspects of qualitative and regulatory compliance programming within the residence.
• Provide direct supervision of the program’s Assistant Residential Manager and Direct Support Professionals.
• Coordinate staff schedules, develop and supervise an effective and professional team.
• Serve as a professional role model for individuals and staff.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with all Federal, State and Local governing bodies. 
• Ensure Staff Action Plan/Residential Habilitation plans are implemented, and data is documented by DSP staff into the agency’s EMR.
• Develop, implement and monitor service plans/goals for all individuals living in the residence and ensure timely submission of required paperwork. 
• Work collaboratively and effectively with all professional members of the individual’s interdisciplinary team (nurse, BIS, clinicians, colleague providers, Care Coordinators, etc.
• Oversee, monitor and maintain correspondence with Nurse and Medical Coordinator to ensure appropriate medical appointments occur.
• Review billing documentation and ensure that existing controls over service documentation are consistently followed (i.e., Life Plan requirements, Staff Action Plans, CFAs, Medicaid billing documentation, etc.)
• Coordinate recreational activities that are age appropriate and of interest to the individuals supported.
• Communicate with families, day programs, Care Managers, clinicians and other supports to ensure services are integrated and appropriate.
• Maintain positive relationships with community and neighbors, serve as a professional liaison between the local community and the larger agency.  
• Monitor and reconcile the personal allowance and financial accounts of individuals. 
• Oversee and report to Human Resources and Director on any employee relations and staff disciplinary concerns.
• Responsible for the development and documentation of all goal/outcome reviews.
• Supervise dietary and housekeeping needs.  Ensure proper purchasing, maintenance, fleet safety, bookkeeping, etc.
• Cooperatively and effectively work with other departments such as Finance, Human Resources, Quality Assurance, etc.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. Candidates with a High School Diploma/GED and a minimum of 3 years of experience supporting people with intellectual/developmental disabilities may be considered.
• A minimum of 1year supervisory experience is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of OPWDD service delivery system and regulations a plus.
• Valid NYS driver’s license and good driving record is required.
• Clearance through state mandated Background/Fingerprint Check(s) required.
• Must maintain certifications in Strategies in Crisis Intervention and Prevention (SCIP), Approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP) and CPR.
• Commitment to company values and adherence to policies is expected.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and/or senior management.

Travel Requirements:

This position  is located in Long Island and occasionally may require travel between programs/locations located in Brooklyn, Queens or other locations in Long Island. Travel to Little Flower administrative offices for meetings, trainings, etc. is also required.