Director of Residential Services

Bristol-Adult-Resource-Center; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Affordable medical, dental, vision

401K and Roth with matching

Employee Assistance Program

Paid training and education

Staff recognition

Job summary

Bristol Adult Resource Center (BARC) seeks a Director of Residential Services to lead residential programs and partner with senior management. The role involves liaising with individuals, families/guardians, and agencies, reporting to the Senior Director of Program Services, and covering shifts when needed.

The ideal candidate has a degree or substantial related experience, supervisory background, and familiarity with nonprofit operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or four years' practical work experience in related fields such as health, education, welfare, business, hospital administration or special education.
• At least two years experience in one of the following or related fields: education, social work, sociology, vocational, residential rehabilitation, developmental disabilities.
• Supervisory and management experience required.
• Experience in not-for-profit agencies a nice to have.
• Managing and tracking departmental financials within set budgets.
• Experience in hiring and maintaining staffing requirements.
• Maintain work relationships among all levels of the organization, individuals served, families, and other providers or services in a professional manner.
• Provide safe and nurturing environment where Individuals are treated with dignity and respect, can exercise their rights and responsibilities and are protected from abuse or neglect.
• Obtain and maintain all required certifications and trainings (in person and online).
• Medication Certification required.
• Able to cover residential shifts as needed.
• Willing and able to complete all essential responsibilities and other duties as assigned.
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record and reliable transportation.

Skills

Organized

People skills

Multitasking

Independent & team

Communication

Fiscal responsibility

Microsoft Office

Tech-savvy

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Four years practical work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

Monday - Friday 8:30am-4:30pm (with flexibility required to support shifts as needed)

Bristol Adult Resource Center (BARC) is a private, non-profit organization supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are currently seeking a Director of Residential Services, who will work directly with the residential programs and senior management team as a professional liaison between the agency, individuals, families/guardians, and the public/private agencies served by the non-profit. The Director of Residential Services will report to the Senior Director of Program Services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred or at least four years' practical work experience in related fields such as health, education, welfare, business, hospital administration or special education.
• At least two years experience in one of the following or related fields: education, social work, sociology, vocational, residential rehabilitiation, developmental disabilities.
• Supervisory and management experience required.
• Experience in not for profit agencies a nice to have.
• Managing and tracking departmental financials within set budgets.
• Experience in hiring and maintaining staffing requirments.
• Maintain work relationships among all levels of the organization, individuals served, families, and other providers or services in a professional manner.
• Provide safe and nurturing environment where Individuals are treated with dignity and respect, can exercise their rights and responsibilities and are protected from abuse or neglect.
• Obtain and maintain all required certifications and trainings (in person and online).
• Medication Certification required.
• Able to cover residential shifts as needed.
• Willing and able to complete all essential responsibilities and other duties as assigned.
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record and reliable transportation.

Skills

• Organized with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously to meet deadlines.
• Excellent organizational and people skills.
• Ability to work both independently and with team members.
• Strong oral, written and listening skills.
• Strong fiscal responsibility.
• Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills.
• Proficient knowledge of technology and willingness to learn.

Benefits

• Paid time off (with increases over years of service).
• Affordable benefits: medical, dental, vision and more.
• 401K and Roth retirement plans with % matching.
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health, financial, personal growth resources and more.
• Paid training and education.
• Staff recognition and appreciation.