Director of Residential Services (IDD Services)

Community Options New York•New York, NY

2d•$65,000

About The Position

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are currently seeking an experienced Director of Residential IDD Services in Brooklyn, NY. 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 pay is $65,000.00/per year

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required with Two years’ full-time work experience in supporting people with disabilities
Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
Team oriented with demonstrated leadership experience
Experience with problem solving against multiple priorities
Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Responsibilities

Lead and train a 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
Develop and update Individual Support Plans (ISP)/Person-Centered Plans (PCP) with an interdisciplinary team to include any concerns, observations, and behavioral developments
Ensure individuals are supported per their ISP/PCP including medication management, meal planning, and behavior management
Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
Manage relationships with the families and guardians of the individuals in our care
May conduct programmatic investigations
May be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staff
Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation