Director of Residential Services

Community Options Job Board; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Incredible career growth opportunities

Job summary

A national non-profit agency is seeking a Director of Residential Services in Frederick, MD. The ideal candidate will lead and support a team dedicated to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include managing team performance, overseeing budgets, and ensuring the well-being of individuals in their care. This role offers competitive benefits and the opportunity for career growth. Interested candidates should email their resume to the specified address.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Experience with problem solving against multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train the team to support individuals with disabilities.
• Manage team performance and staff schedules.
• Monitor and maintain the residential budget.

Skills

Leadership experience

Verbal and written communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Ability to establish supportive relationships

Crisis management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Frederick, 7490 New Technology Way, Suite B, Frederick, MD 21703, USA

Community Options, Inc. is a national non‑profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

Director of Residential Services in Frederick, MD

Responsibilities

• Lead and train the team to support programmatic initiatives, goals, daily routines, and the unique needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Manage team performance through effective communication, training, performance management, staff meetings, and employee recognition
• Manage staff schedules and ensure shifts are adequately staffed
• Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed
• Assist with the development of current and future programs including residential supports, personalized supports, supported employment, and person‑centered planning
• Monitor and maintain the residential budget
• Prepare required statistical, financial and service reports as needed
• Develop and update Individual Support Plans (ISP)/Person‑Centered Plans (PCP) with an interdisciplinary team to include any concerns, observations, and behavioral developments
• Ensure individuals are supported per their ISP/PCP including medication management, meal planning, and behavior management
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Monitor the finances of individuals ensuring purchases are approved and accounted for with documentation
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Manage relationships with the families and guardians of the individuals in our care
• Ensure work locations and vehicles are well maintained
• May conduct programmatic investigations
• Cooperate with audits, inspections, and investigations
• Must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
• Team oriented with demonstrated leadership experience
• Experience with problem solving against multiple priorities
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities

Please email your resume to: [e-mail]

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
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