RESIDENTIAL DIRECTOR

Responsibilities: Provide direction and supervision for daily operations of residence(s) Supervise staff; provide direction, instruction, reflective coaching, and mentoring for all aspects of residential counselor job responsibilities; ensure staff members have thorough training and re-training as needed; engage each individual team member to contribute to the overall health and well-being of the individuals Provide ongoing training and modeling to staff in areas of professional boundaries, interpersonal skills, quality of work, teamwork, work habits and relationship to consumers Display and foster positive communication; promote environment of courtesy and respect for all. Maintain and monitor individual’s clinical, medical, health care needs. Provide training and support to staff to ensure treatment plans, specialized protocols are executed thoroughly Participate in development and implementation of Individual Service Plans Provide regular opportunities for resident participation in wellness activities, individual/group activities in the community and at home Management of resident medication protocols including ordering, documentation and auditing Maintain tracking, documentation, communication and site books, confidential records Adhere to established budgets for residential program. Perform routine financial auditing Ensure interior and exterior maintenance of the site is safe and well maintained. Submit associated paperwork Maintain agency vehicle(s), including registration, safety, inspection, accident reporting, general repair and routine maintenance. Submit associated paperwork Coordinate purchases and deliveries of all items required to operate a residence through Program Manager Conduct and supervise fire drills and safety procedures; ensure accurate documentation Prepare staff performance evaluations and other related reports with program manager Schedule, attend and lead (as directed) regularly scheduled house/staff meetings Implement staff schedule; authorize payroll time sheets, leave requests and associated staff forms, as directed Timely and thorough communication with respective funding sources, service coordinators and families/guardians Perform on-line direct care duties Participate in Emergency On-Call rotation Provide back-up for Program Manager as directed Comply with regulatory requirements, funding agency requirements and CMHS policy and procedures; ensure staff compliance Participate in professional development training and continuing education Other reasonably related duties as assigned

Qualifications: Minimum of two years’ experience working in a residential service system or rehabilitation setting required; minimum of one year experience specific to individuals’ diagnoses/disabilities of supervised site required; knowledge and experience with varied clinical diagnoses; strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to effectively utilize technology with strong computer skills; ability to serve as a positive role model for staff and individuals; accountability, professional self-awareness, motivation, initiative, reliability and resourcefulness.