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Northeast Arc · 1 month ago

Residential Program Director - GMA

Danvers, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$29.83/hr - $30.83/hr

3+ years exp

Northeast Arc is a premier provider of services that help people with disabilities become full participants in the community. The Residential Program Director oversees the day-to-day operation of residences, ensuring compliance with agency policies and providing quality support to individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities.

Non ProfitProfessional Services

Responsibilities

Provides responsive, effective residential supports and leads staff in creating an atmosphere that places individual respect, dignity, and empowerment above all else

Work as part of the Residential Team, including assisting peers as needed, providing Residential Office Coverage and having a working knowledge of all Residential Homes and Systems

Utilize a PBS approach when working with staff and individuals, including promoting the agency objectives related to personal growth, community involvement and decision making

Ensure Residential Team Members are aware of daily schedule and staffing coverage. Keep the team informed of any pertinent issues at the home and changes in status, including providing clinical information to the Weekend On-Call team as necessary

Complete required documentation completely and accurately, including ISP Documentation, Health Care Records, HCSIS, Incident Reporting, Weekend Notes, House Profiles, Vacation Memos, Staffing Schedules and House Committee Reports

Ensure House Books and Systems comply with Residential Standards, QA Tools and DDS Survey and Certification, including Fire Drill Logs, Resource Manuals, House Meeting Books, Confidential Books, Medical Books, Money Books and Data Books

Maintain and follow a current safety plan, including training staff, conducting fire drills and reporting any issues. Ensure minimum safety ratios are maintained at all times

Hire, organize and coordinate staff to meet the goals of the agency. Facilitate staff meetings and provide on-site supervision and support to staff. Be approachable and responsive to staff

Qualification

Developmental disabilitiesFirst Aid certificationCPR certificationMicrosoft Office proficiencyKronos knowledgeHuman Rights certificationFire Safety certificationVehicle Safety certificationLeadership skillsCommunication skills

Required

BS/BA strongly preferred, HS Diploma/GED and a minimum of three years of prior experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities or within human services

Have a working knowledge of computer systems, including Microsoft Office and Kronos

Maintain certifications: First Aid, CPR, MAPs, Vehicle Safety, Human Rights and Fire Safety

Maintain a valid Massachusetts driver's license

Must be able to work at a desk/computer in an office environment and also be physically able to provide direct support to individuals in their homes