Residential Program Manager-Adult Residential Services

Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI)•Town of Brookhaven, NY

8h•$66,300 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a Residential Program Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities in their daily lives. You will work closely with them and your employees, managing all of the day-to-day operations of the residence. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a tangible difference.

Requirements

High School Diploma, BA/BS preferred
Two years experience working with developmentally disabled adults
Valid NYS driver’s license, preferred
Working knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and Positive Behavioral Support
Must be able to modify the area to secure the safety of the adults i.e. move/push tables and other heavy objects up to 20 lbs.
Must be able to lift/move/carry 20 lbs.
Must be able to run after an individual up to 500 feet
Must be able to run to a program in need up to 500 feet
Must be able to kneel, twist and bend
Must be able to respond to fire alarms
Must be able to perform all physical SCIP techniques

Nice To Haves

Empathic, compassionate, and patient
Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
A good communicator and team player
Passionate about making a difference

Responsibilities

Handle employment and staffing needs for your residence, including hiring, performance evaluations, and supervision of staff, as well as submission of required payroll data.
Maintain knowledge of Emergency Procedures and accurate implementation of procedures in handling crisis situations as they arise.
Train new staff to work with individual(s) served
Ensure all staff have current certifications in all areas (TB, AMAP, CPR, etc.) and provide annual recertification trainings.
Maintain staff schedule, run staff meetings, participate in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings.
Write and implement Annual Program Plan; write formal goals, protocols.
Participate in the writing and implementation of Behavior Plans, and all other components of the Annual Plan (i.e., medical, nutrition, fitness, socialization, etc.).
Evaluate monthly progress as related to short term objectives and formulation of new objectives based on level attained.
Accompany individuals on medical appointments.
Complete Operating Checklist, and all budgetary processes (i.e., petty cash, OTPS, etc.)
Responsible for bookkeeping for individuals: Nami payments, SSI, tax refunds, etc.
Coordinate efforts in all areas: Psychology, Nutrition/Fitness, Nursing, Day Hab and Residential, and Service Coordination.
Complete incident reports and SCIP-R reports as necessary, review for accuracy, and submit monthly
Interface with parents and facilitate their involvement with their son/daughter’s program plan.
Advocate for individuals served and implement new programming ideas, exploring the individuals’ interests.
24-hour on call for staffing/emergency problems
Performs all job functions of the community instructor as needed