What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager Residential Services (Intellectual Disabilities Program) LC Williamsport, Full-Time, Primarily Daylight position at Skills of Central PA?
Description
Are you looking for a stable job that provides great opportunities for growth? Want an opportunity to lead others? Like the idea of functioning independently while helping other people? If so, a career as a Residential Program Manager in the Lycoming/Clinton County area may be just what you’ve been looking for.
About Skills of Central PA
Skills of Central PA (Skills) is a non-profit health and human services organization that provides services and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health challenges throughout central Pennsylvania. Skills was founded in 1960 so that people with disabilities could have paid work, gain social skills, and become more independent in the community. Today, Skills is one of the largest human service providers in central Pennsylvania, offering services in 17 counties throughout the region and employing more than 1,100 people in a variety of professional, clinical, and direct support roles. If you’re looking for a place where you can grow your career while helping people, give Skills a closer look!
About the Hours:
This position is primarily first shift, however a lot of flexibility is needed. During times of staffing issues, call-offs, the needs of the program, increases in demand, etc. this position will be required to provide the hands-on supports and services to the people who receive our services. This position requires some on-call responsibilities.
About the Manager Position
Provides the support and assistance to people we support to achieve skills necessary to live independently within the community and to create conditions within the homes to facilitate growth and self-awareness.
The Manager of Community Home Services is responsible for supervision and oversight of the Team Leaders and Direct Support Professionals in the assigned Community Homes. The Manager plans, organizes, develops and directs the overall delivery of services in accordance with current federal, state, and program standards, guidelines and regulations as well as organizational policy and procedure. The Manager also recommends changes that would improve services performed.
The Manager oversees the safety of the physical environment and addresses concerns in a timely manner; demonstrates knowledge of regulations by maintaining compliance with regulations within the residential site; participates in annual inspections of the homes; assists the Director in developing a Plan of Correction to address the results of inspection. Provides direct care in a backup role if necessary.
Must be willing to become a certified investigator and assist with training as needed. Must have knowledge of PA state/county intellectual disability system. Must be familiar with Individuals Support Plans and must be familiar with principles of Everyday Lives.
PERSON-CENTERED PRACTICES
1. Assures people have what is important to them present in their everyday life.
2. Provides opportunities for people to participate in social/community functions.
3. Assures relationships with friends and family are nurtured and protected.
4. Assures people are treated with dignity and respected as a whole person.
5. Assures people have the power to make decisions and have choice and control over their lives.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Maintains a high level of dependability to include attendance at work and punctuality.
2. Maintains appropriate level of on-going employee communications.
3. Encourage an atmosphere of optimism, warmth and interest in the person’s personal and care needs.
4. Participates when assigned in developing company Strategic Plans; participates as a management team member in fulfilling the organization’s Strategic Plan.
********Offer is dependent upon education and experience********
Skills of Central PA prohibits hiring and employment discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, race, color, disability, ethnic or national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, pregnancy, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, or any other bases under the law. Skills is an equal opportunity service provider and employer.
About the Benefits:
Skills offers a great benefits package and a work environment to match!
- Competitive Pay
- Agency Vehicle May be Available While on the Job
- Paid Holidays
- Generous Paid Time Off, Plus Personal Time and Sick Time
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
- Flexible Spending Account for Medical and Dependent Care
- 401K Retirement Program (With Employer Matching)
- Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
- Tuition Assistance for Higher Education
- Employee Wellness Program
- Exceptional Opportunities for Career Growth
- Great Co-workers and a Team to Support You!
Requirements
EDUCATION
Required: High school diploma or GED equivalent
Preferred: Associate's Degree or 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university or higher
EXPERIENCE
Required: 2-years work experience working directly with individuals with an intellectual disability, with at least 1-year supervisory experience working with individuals with an intellectual disability.
Preferred: 4 years work experience working directly with individuals with an intellectual disability, with at least 1-year supervisory experience working with individuals with an intellectual disability
********Offer is dependent upon education and experience********
SPECIAL JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, COMPETENCIES
1. Knowledge of PA state/county intellectual disability system.
2. Familiar with principles of Everyday Lives
3. Must be able to work in environments containing human body fluids, etc.
4. Strong ethical conduct and professional demeanor.
5. Ability to communicate clearly, proactively, and concisely with all levels of management and staff and individuals; effective listening skills.
6. Basic computer skills required.
7. Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize actions required to quickly resolve issues and maintain high levels of productivity.
8. Ability to maintain a high level of activity and productivity; sustaining long working hours when necessary.
9. Exceptional customer service skills.
10. Ability to work closely and professionally with many different programs and people.
11. Ability to plan, coordinate, and lead projects.
12. Strong initiative to influence events and achieve goals; self-starter; proactive.
13. Detail oriented with a high degree of knowledge of essential duties.
14. Ability to organize workload, adapt quickly to change, provide accurate information, and deliver under the pressure of deadlines.
15. Ability to work in a team-oriented environment, develop and maintain cooperative working relationships, as well as work independently in a time sensitive environment.
16. Ability to maintain punctuality and attendance at work.
LICENSURE
Valid Drivers’ License
CPR/First Aide Certification
Salary : $56,000 - $71,000