Residential Manager Trainee

Gha Autism Supports•Albemarle, NC

24d

About The Position

The Residential Manager Trainee supervises staff and provides training and supervision to individuals at residential sites under the direction of the Residential Manager. As a member of the Treatment Team, the role evaluates individuals, provides services, and monitors progress. It coordinates and delivers habilitative programs, including specialized daily-living training, assistance with training, and instruction in behavior-management techniques. The trainee is expected to develop knowledge of autism, observational communication, and teaching skills through training and supervision by the Residential Manager. The position includes staff supervision and personnel management, oversight of individual training and behavior programs, site operations and safety, coordination with families and treatment providers, and support for individuals’ health, daily living, community participation, and rights. The role also helps maintain required records, certifications, regulatory compliance, and emergency preparedness. Work schedules should be flexible, and attendance must be regular and predictable.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Four or more years of experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to perform the physical activities required, including standing, sitting, walking, running, climbing, bending, crouching, stooping, pushing, pulling, twisting, reaching, lifting, hearing, and seeing individuals.
Physical, mental, and emotional ability to perform the essential job duties.
Ability to manage stress and behaviors associated with autism and developmental disabilities during intense one-on-one contact.
Ability to handle behaviors that may include scratching, pinching, kicking, biting, or hitting, including behaviors that may be sexually offensive or be perceived as sexually harassing by untrained people.
Ability to implement NCI procedures when necessary.
When applicable, ability to assist in lifting an individual weighing up to 250 pounds from the floor with assistance from other staff.
Regular and predictable attendance.
Flexibility regarding work schedule.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with applicable policies, procedures, and regulations.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of supervisory experience.
College education.

Responsibilities

Supervise, train, evaluate, and participate in disciplinary action for staff; review, approve, and submit timesheets; and conduct staff meetings.
Assist with training direct care staff and supervising their documentation and implementation of training objectives; communicate concerns and deficiencies to appropriate staff.
Monitor staff implementation of training objectives and behavior-modification programs, and assist with supervision across shifts.
Review staff schedules and ensure appropriate coverage.
Assist individuals with shopping and other activities in the community.
Ensure individual training books and schedules are maintained and current, and supervise individuals to protect them from hazards.
Ensure procedures are followed for billing, census, purchase orders, and individual funds.
Maintain residential sites according to agency standards; assess décor and cleanliness; complete site inspections and ensure remedial actions are implemented; and contact appropriate personnel about maintenance and upkeep.
Collaborate with Clinical Coordinators and the Treatment Team to ensure individuals’ needs are met and programs are appropriate; communicate parental issues to the appropriate Treatment Team member and coordinate TL visits with families.
Participate in the Emergency Preparedness Team and conduct and document monthly fire and disaster drills on all shifts.
Participate in professional development and maintain PIP Certification to provide PIP training, certification, and curriculum updates to staff as needed.
Assist with coordination of LME/State quality reviews and audit procedures; assist with surveys, observations, public activities, and tours; and be present for consultant observations and facility inspections.
Follow HIPAA and confidentiality requirements and ensure confidentiality of individual and personnel information.
Implement appropriate leisure activities and assist the Treatment Team in adapting activities to individuals’ functioning levels while applying the TEACCH philosophy.
Provide Basic First Aid/CPR when needed; monitor and assist with health services, medication administration, health-recording, staff medication in-service, health follow-up, menus, and diets; and maintain the medication closet according to GHA regulations.
Assist with individuals’ behaviors, work skills, hygiene, appearance, and work schedules.
Schedule and assist with medical and other treatment appointments, notify the supervisor of significant issues, and provide weekly written updates on individuals to the supervisor.
Work cooperatively with supervisors, coworkers, parents, guardians, and other appropriate people; encourage teamwork and staff involvement; and assist with family training and information as directed.
Know and help ensure compliance with applicable licensing, OSHA, wage and hour, federal and state regulations, building codes, health and sanitation requirements, and fire and safety requirements.
Assist with investigating policy violations and report policy concerns, needs, problems, or violations promptly to the supervisor.
Ensure individuals’ rights are implemented at all times.
Complete and submit required forms, and provide consultants with requested data and training programs within their specified time frames.
Supervise the care of and work with animals as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or Chief Executive Officer.