House Manager (CLS)

AHRC Nassau•Westbury, NY

18h

About The Position

The House Manager provides direct managerial oversight of a residential site, teaching and supporting the people served to make life choices and become active participants in every aspect of their lives. The role oversees daily site operations, staff supervision, staffing and budgets, records and payroll, and compliance with applicable regulations and agency procedures. It also supports individuals’ health, safety, wellbeing, community participation, and quality of life, and performs Direct Support Professional duties when needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Supervisory experience.
At least two years of experience working with the developmentally delayed population.
Valid and qualified New York State driver’s license.
AMAP certification.
SCIP-R certification.
CPR certification.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Good organizational and administrative skills.
Ability to lift and transfer an adult participant.

Responsibilities

Directly manage the daily operations of a residential site.
Supervise the Assistant Manager and Direct Support Professionals to support a safe, quality life for the people served and efficient site operations.
Implement OPWDD regulations, COMPASS and CQL requirements, and agency policies and procedures.
Prepare weekly staffing schedules in accordance with the approved site budget and ensure adequate staffing.
Manage operational budgets, including overtime, FTEs, and food and nonfood expenses, while using available resources to remain within budget.
Maintain individuals’ records and required agency paperwork accurately and on time.
Maintain individuals’ bank accounts and personal allowance matters.
Complete the time and attendance payroll system for site staff.
Conduct staff support meetings and performance evaluations; observe and document staff practices, attendance, performance issues, deficiencies, supervisory sessions, and training certifications.
Participate in the CLS program’s management on-call system.
Attend management, cluster, and individual-related meetings.
Participate in transportation routes to take individuals to day programs and work settings.
Ensure individuals’ medical needs and appointments are addressed.
Foster an environment that supports individuals’ participation in socialization, community access, self-care, health, safety, rights and responsibilities, site maintenance, and overall wellbeing.
Promote a person-centered approach.
Teach and assist individuals with community access and integration through meaningful activities and social roles.
Participate in ISP/PHP and team meetings to discuss individuals’ progress and needs.
Promote individuals’ wellbeing and safety by applying treatment plans and guidelines, using required adaptive equipment, and providing the required level of supervision.
Communicate with RNs, clinicians, physicians, and pharmacies about individuals’ medical status and healthcare needs.
Perform Direct Support Professional responsibilities when needed, including assisting with housekeeping and completing tasks when individuals are unable to maintain the home to agency standards.
Maintain professional working relationships with agency employees, families, and outside vendors.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor.