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Abilities First, Inc. · 3 months ago

Residential Program Manager II (Eligible for up to $7500 in bonuses)

Poughkeepsie, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$28/hr - $30/hr

3+ years exp

Abilities First, Inc. has been empowering individuals with developmental disabilities for over 60 years. They are seeking a Residential Program Manager II to oversee the day-to-day operations of a residential facility, ensuring that residents receive the necessary support and training to achieve their daily living goals.

EducationEmploymentNon ProfitResidential

Responsibilities

Ensure residents receive appropriate training, support, and supervision necessary in acquiring functional daily living needs as specified in the residential habilitation plan. These include personal hygiene, socialization, safety awareness, and money management

Ensure residents are supported in learning and making informed choices regarding their interests and goals in life. Assist residents with self-advocacy and help to communicate preferences to appropriate service providers

Communicate effectively with all staff including Program Nurse making certain all proper medical needs or concerns are addressed and care is provided. This includes assisting with OPWDD regulatory compliance

Assist with screening, selection, training, and evaluation of program staff., including completing OPWDD initial and Annual Core Competency Evaluations for direct reports

Coordinate staff schedules and always maintain adequate levels of staffing in the program. Review and approve staff timesheets including use of benefit time

Disburse resident monies for wants and needs and maintain accurate documentation safeguarding resident funds

Participate in the maintenance of materials inventories necessary to carry out program functions including food, clothing purchases, household, and program supplies

Ensure compliance with all billing, OPWDD regulations, law, and other requirements as it relates to paperwork and program operations, including, but not limited to Res Hab billing, Monthly Summaries, Medication Administration, Incident Reports, monthly Maintenance Checklist, and Vehicle Logs

Maintain required trainings and certifications

Provide on-call coverage for assigned residence(s)

Qualification

Supervisory experienceDevelopmentally disabledVerbalComputer skillsWritten communicationCPR/First Aid techniquesBehavior intervention techniques

Required

Minimum three (3) years' experience working the developmentally disabled population required and five (5) years supervisory experience preferred. A combination of education and experience deemed appropriate by the Residential Director may be acceptable

Possess verbal and written communication skills in English to ensure adequate regulatory documentation

Computer skills required including ability to utilize billing software, online training systems, and electronic timesheets

Have the ability to stand and walk for long periods of time

Have the ability to push and pull adults in wheelchairs, lift, bend, squat, turn in the knees, pivot, and grasp with both hands (in order to properly and safely perform the techniques taught in CPR/First Aid, behavior intervention techniques, and lifting and carrying techniques), with or without a reasonable accommodation

Valid NYS driver's license deemed acceptable by our insurance carrier required

Preferred

five (5) years supervisory experience preferred

Benefits

Time to Recharge – Personal, sick, and holidays built around the school calendar

Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you covered

Plan for The Future – 401(k) with employer match and employer-paid life insurance

Level Up Your Skills– Tuition reimbursement and online training through the College of Direct Support (and to boost your earning potential)

Get Paid When You Need It – On Demand Pay gives you access to earnings as early as the next day

Exclusive Extras – Employee discounts with Verizon, AT&T, Royal Carting, and more

Company

Abilities First, Inc.

ABILITIES FIRST Enriching the Lives of Children and Adults in Our Communities Founded in 1962, Abilities First is a not-for-profit organization serving the needs of the community, as well as those with developmental disabilities, from pre-school through adulthood.

Founded in 1962

Wappingers Falls, New York, USA

501-1000 employees