BH Program Manager P43-00001

Fitzmaurice Community Services, Inc.•Stroudsburg, PA

26d

About The Position

The Persona l Care Home Administrator /Residential Manager will be responsible for providing leadership and guidance to the direct support staff in the program as well as directing the day - to - day functions of the program, and assuring the highest degree of quality resi dent care and services are delivered and maintained, in accordance with current Federal, State, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern the personal care home.

Requirements

Education requirements as governed by regulations
High School Diploma or equivalent (as per PCH program requirements)
Must be at least 21 years old
Must possess or be able to obtain the PA PCH Administrator license/certification
Minimum 1 year experience supervising staff
Valid U.S. Drivers License and able to be insured on company policy
Pass and maintain Medication Certification standard
Human Service Experience and Household Management Skills
Candidate will have 3 years’ experience working in a Group Home setting
Properly perform the techniques taught in CPR-AED/ First Aid.
Properly perform lifting and carrying techniques up to 25lbs.
Computer knowledge; Microsoft office business
Candidate will have excellent communication and time-management skills
Candidate will have the ability to be a self-starter and work independently or as part of a team
Candidate will have ability to function as a team leader; to supervise and motivate others; mediate problems
Candidate will have ability to handle multiple priorities, be organized and energetic
Candidate will be able to empower, understand and be familiar with services available in the community that meet the needs of residents
Unconventional Schedules; Fitzmaurice operates programs and services 24/7, 365 days per year
Telecommuter exempt

Responsibilities

Ensure a warm, enriching environment and that the needs of i ndividuals are met on a daily basis.
Have knowledge of , and be able to implement , the DHS 2600 regulations for personal care homes.
Provides personal care services and supe rvises/directs staff members in providing personal care services in accordance with regulations and support plans.
Responsible for taking the lead during unannounced licensing inspections, maintaining program licensing and assuring all licensing requiremen ts are met at all times.
Pre - license Individual Books with documentation.
Maintain all other books/binders needed for licensing, ensuring that they are accurate, concise, complete , legible and up - to - date at all times.
Functions as a lead person in multipl e group homes , if needed, providing services to individuals.
Schedule, assist, accompany and participate in discussions with individuals during appointments in order to help maintain their medical and physical health.
Coordinates activities, including socialization, recreation and leisure activities.
Responsible for the overall operation of the community residential setting to include housekeeping schedules; cleaning; cooking; household shopping: i.e. food, supplies; notifying Program Director of repairs a nd purchases needed for community residence.
Responsible for maintaining a working knowledge of, compliance with, and educating staff on, agency policies & procedures .
Collaborate with Program Director and Human Resources regarding paperwork required for staff to include timesheets, interview to hire staff for programs, evaluations, verbal Warnings, Improvement Plans.
Schedules and trains in - house direct care st aff in accordance with regulations and policies and procedures .
Ensure all staff requirements ar e posted for renewal to maintain position at each program (i.e.: Trainings, Driver License, Physical) .
Assist with medication administration as needed, but no less than once a month .
Conduct med cabinet/closet audits on at least a weekly basis to take inve ntory of items (daily meds, PRNs, treatments, diabetic supplies, etc.) and to ensure medications are being administered prope rly.
Communicate with physicians and the pharmacy to ensure medications are ordered and delivered promptly .
Facilitate monthly staf f meetings and supervise all staff .
Attend monthly manager meetings and other meetings as assigned or requested.
Must obtain no less than 24 hours of PCH training annually to keep license current