What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager FT position at RISE Life Services, An Aid to The Developmentally?
IRA/ICF Residential Manager
Under the direct supervision of the IRA/ICF Assistant Director and/or Program Coordinator, the Residential Manager will oversee and maintain successful operation of the Individualized Residential Alternative/Intensive Care Facility serving Individuals with Developmental Disabilities. The Residential Manager is expected to carry out responsibilities with the utmost professionalism, forward-thinking, and a positive role-model.
Duties would include but are not limited to:
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Demonstrate ability to problem solve, multi-task, and conduct research to resolve program concerns in a timely manner
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Available on-call 24/7 for emergent needs, triage and support; flexible schedule with availability to deploy to the site, as needed.
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Exhibit effectiveness in handling crisis situations, deploying resources, and communicating effectively to required parties.
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Provide training, direction, and supervision to full time, part time, or on-call Direct Support professionals assigned to the program as well as the Assistant Manager. Maintain meticulous records to track attendance, compliance and outcomes; Maintains own training compliance
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Coordinates all services for Individuals- including linkages to day treatment, medical, psychiatric, financial, etc. considering the Individuals’ choice
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Thoroughly ensures the program is prepared for External DQI Audits; Conducts regular self-audits of records to identify areas of concern
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Oversees and implements agency medication protocols; Works collaboratively with the Direct Support Professionals and the RN/LPN to ensure OPWDD Medication protocols are followed by staff
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Conducts MANDATORY staff meetings at least once per month- preparing a thorough, professional agenda; Maintains minutes of staff meetings as well as a sign-in sheet; Attends monthly Managers’ meeting- showing up timely and prepared to present on Program updates
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Develop specific Residential Habilitation Plans/LRO/SRO for the individuals, works in conjunction with the Case Manager/QIDP to conduct reviews every six months as required- and invites all parties the Individual deems necessary to partake in their Life Plan/CFA; Maintains active target dates on the Residential Habilitation Plan/LRO/SRO necessary for service delivery
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Coordinates the implementation of Residential Habilitation Goals LRO/SRO, including staff assignments for goal-related activities, data collection, progress notes, billing requirements.
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Works collaboratively with clinical department (BIS) to complete/oversee ABC sheets, other behavioral tracking mechanisms making certain that Behavior Plans are successfully implemented; Maintain records and submit according to program due dates.
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Utilize Precision Care for all documentation; create monthly summaries based on progress notes; Identify areas of concern and appropriately address with assigned team members
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Manage staff schedules, required trainings and staff onboarding process
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Participate in interview process, documenting an applicant tracking form and forwarding to HR within 24 hours; Assist in actively recruiting for new team members- as necessary.
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Approve timesheets via PayCom every Sunday for all assigned employees;
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Participates in the admission/discharge process, including trial visits, and 30-day discharge Follow up report.
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Confidently Represent agency to other service providers and community groups.
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Oversees the cooking needs with healthy menu planning, food shopping/ordering, and meal preparation, incorporating the dietary needs of the individuals. Review the weekly Menu, making any needed changes.
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Submit Weekly Food ledgers/receipts and Monthly Recreational receipts, van logs/receipts, etc.
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Maintain documentation of annual/bi-annual medical appointments (i.e. physical /PPD/Psychiatric/Psychosocial)
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Accompany residents on medical appointments utilizing agency vehicle; Assign to Residential staff where possible.
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Commitment to professional development
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Ability to exercise sound judgement always
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Ability to keep up with a multitude of emails via Microsoft Outlook; Perform other duties via Microsoft Suites (Excel, Word, Teams)
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Effectively manage time, organize workspace, demonstrate proactive planning/prioritize to accomplish responsibilities
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Ensuring organization of monthly recreation activities to promote independence, wellness and community integration
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Establish and maintain professional, interpersonal relationships; Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships.
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Efficiently handle complaints, settle disputes, resolving grievances, conflicts, and offer mediation of staff and individuals
Minimum Qualifications
A H.S Diploma (Bachelor’s degree Preferred) with at least three (3) years’ experience working with the Developmentally Disabled population; Graduate from an accredited college or university with a degree in the field of human services preferred.
The Manager position will typically work in a residential environment with occasional work outside and in small enclosed spaces. Frequent sitting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing and repetitive motions. Occasional lifting of 50 lbs.
Salary : $67,800 - $68,550