Residential Assistant Team Director

Racker USA; Owego (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits with a forward-thinking organization looking for a dedicated Team Director to enhance the living experience for individuals in a residential setting. This role involves leading a passionate team, providing mentorship, and ensuring the highest quality of care. The ideal candidate will have experience with developmental disabilities and a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong. Join a collaborative team focused on making a meaningful impact in the community and supporting the vision of belonging for all.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• At least six months as a Senior Direct Support Professional.

Responsibilities

• Co-lead a team to maintain the highest quality of life for residents.
• Supervise staff and ensure compliance with certification requirements.
• Coach and mentor staff in best practices.

Skills

Mentorship

Training

Supervision

Communication

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity? Racker is launching a new leadership structure where the Team Director and Assistant Team Director will collaborate with the full team to enhance the experience of those working and living within the home. Ideal candidates will be excited to support the goals of this structure, will listen to all team members as they provide feedback and will provide feedback on the successes and challenges of the new structure. Come lead and partner with a group of staff, with families and residents, community members and other programs to further Racker’s vision where everyone knows that they belong.

Salary Range: $21-$24 based on relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Co-lead, with the mentorship of the Team Director, a team of direct care workers, family members, residents, partner programs and clinical professionals to create and maintain the highest quality of life for those living within the home.
• Directly supervise staff scheduled fewer than 20 hours per week, including relief staff. Indirectly supervise staff scheduled 20 or more hours per week.
• Coach, mentor and train staff in best practices of a residential environment.
• Assume Administrator on Call (AOC) duties
• Assist in the training and development of staff
• Ensure that documentation and program plans are implemented in accordance with OPWDD certification requirements
• Work a primary schedule of Sunday through Thursday, with four days scheduled as direct care and one day scheduled for supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred, with consideration of a continuing education plan.
• Two years of experience with individuals with developmental disabilities, and at least six months as a Senior Direct Support Professional
• Must meet our Approved Driver criteria

Our approach to Diversity and Inclusion -"A world where all people know they belong."