Residential Manager - IDD

Residential Manager

Verland is hiring Exceptional People to provide Compassionate Care as a Residential Manager for our Residential locations - CLA division.

Location:

Aliquippa, PA 15001 and Moon Twp, PA 15108

Shift: 24/7 on‑call, salaried, exempt position.

• Oversees day‑to‑day operations of the home to ensure that daily programs and activities are carried out and documented across all shifts.
• Plans, organizes, and directs the operations of the house; reinforces the hierarchy of care and agency expectations.
• Supervises staff and ensures the implementation of the individual programs.
• Monitors goal and procedural objectives implemented by direct care staff and reports findings to the Program Specialist / Program Specialist Manager.
• Monitors direct care staff functions to ensure the safety and well‑being of the individuals.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations.
• Maintains accurate reporting of incidents and thorough documentation of relevant details.
• Initiates and/or implements employee disciplinary procedures.
• Resolves disputes in a fair and timely fashion by following established Policies and Procedures.
• Interacts within the community relative to the individual and group needs, (i.e.: activities, transportation, medical visits, and tours).
• Acts as a role model for appropriate employee dress and conduct per Policies and Procedures.
• Maintains the safety of the individuals by recognizing conditions which present as safety or programmatic concerns.
• Works as a Direct Support Professional as necessary to meet staffing requirements.
• Reports all unusual problems to the Program Specialist and/or Health Services Coordinator as appropriate.
• Trains and supervises newly hired direct care staff in the house and participates in the training and evaluation of assigned staff.
• Ensures food menus and doctor‑prescribed diets are followed and that sufficient groceries are in the house; performs any shopping as needed.
• Makes certain that direct care staff complete required reports and documentation using stringent monitoring practices, training, and re‑education of staff.
• Ensures that all materials and supplies needed for the homes are available, including maintenance issues at assigned homes, as well as vehicle maintenance.
• Conducts monthly fire drills and fire safety trainings as required by regulations.
• Understands and complies with Verland’s Mission and Policies and Procedures & HIPAA policies and educates staff on and enforces compliance with these policies.

Participates in inter‑departmental venture/committees/processes as needed (e.g.: Human Resources, Quality Management, Fiscal, etc.).

Participates in the Inter‑Disciplinary Team.

Maintains and monitors residents’ adaptive and personal equipment.

Recommend goals & activities to the Program Specialist.

Completes and submits inter‑departmental paperwork as required (e.g.: FML, Worker’s Compensation, Change of Status Forms, etc.).

• Completes Medication Administration Practicums, as needed, and completes weekly MAR reviews.
• Monitors and accurately reports staff schedules, house budgets, expenses, and payroll.
• Attends in‑service training sessions and meetings as directed, including supervisory skill training.

• Must be able/willing to be on‑call 24/7.
• High school diploma or GED certificate required. A Bachelor’s degree in Education is preferred, with experience in the field of Human Services.
• Must possess a working knowledge of residential practices and an understanding of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
• Excellent verbal and writing skills in order to effectively communicate with our individuals and staff.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Must be certified in First Aid, CPR, and have all state required clearances.
• Capable of carrying out planned social, recreational, work, and study activities for a limited number of individuals.
• Skilled in the ability to cope with day‑to‑day problems and to record and report observations of individuals’ progress, responses, etc.
• Able to maintain an empathetic attitude toward the individuals served.
• Comprehension of, or capability of, learning the…