Residential Coordinator

Quality Services for the Autism Community (QSAC), Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (24 days)

Life Insurance & LTD

Flexible Spending Accounts

403(b) Retirement with Employer Match

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

QSAC is hiring a Residential Coordinator for our OPWDD-funded Residential Program serving Manhattan, Queens, and Long Island. This essential role provides general support, coordination, and supervision of residential operations, supervises staff, and maintains a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment that promotes growth and independence for the people we support.

The position requires travel to multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and substantial related experience is required.
• 1-2 years’ experience supporting people with intellectual/developmental disabilities required.
• 1 year of OPWDD experience is highly preferred.
• A minimum of 1 year supervisory work experience required.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required for site visits.
• 1-2 years’ experience driving large passenger vehicle required.
• Clearance through state mandated background/fingerprint check(s).
• Ability to communicate effectively with others and individuals served.
• Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights & 20 lb items.
• Ability to run, if needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health, safety, & welfare of individuals.
• Ensure overall compliance in all Residential programs.
• Delegate specific tasks to Residence Manager and Shift Supervisors.
• Supervise Petty Cash at residences.
• Supervise individual’s personal banking accounts.
• Oversee Nurse and Medical Coordinator in administration of medical appointments.
• Responsible for communicating concerns to client's families.
• Ensure that medical books are up-to date and accurately maintained.
• Coordinate recreation and activities for the individuals we support.
• Ensure individuals are receiving nutritional meals.
• Report maintenance issues to Director of Administration.
• Maintain individual/family confidentiality.
• Commitment to company values and adherence to policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and/or senior management.

Skills

Effective communication

Supervisory experience

Driving

Lifting assistance

Ability to run

Education

Bachelor's Degree

OPWDD experience (preferred)

Job description

QSAC is hiring a Residential Coordinator for our OPWDD-funded Residential Program for Manhattan, Queens, & Long Island support. This essential position is responsible for the general support, coordination and supervision of Residential operations; supervising staff, and maintaining a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment which fosters growth and facilitates the development of independence of the people we support. Travel to multiple locations is required!

The salary range for this position is $68,000-$75,000 annually.

Job Responsibilities

Compliance & Operations

• Ensure health, safety, & welfare of individuals.
• Ensure overall compliance in all Residential programs.
• Delegate specific tasks to Residence Manager and Shift Supervisors.
• Supervise Petty Cash at residences.
• Supervise individual’s personal banking accounts.
• Oversee Nurse and Medical Coordinator in administration of medical appointments.
• Responsible for communicating concerns to client's families.
• Ensure that medical books are up-to date and accurately maintained.
• Coordinate recreation and activities for the individuals we support.
• Ensure individuals are receiving nutritional meals.
• Report maintenance issues to Director of Administration.
• Maintain individual/family confidentiality.
• Commitment to company values and adherence to policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and/or senior management.

Qualifications & Education

• Bachelor's Degree and substantial related experience is required
• 1-2 years’ experience supporting people with intellectual/developmental disabilities required
• 1 year of OPWDD experience is highly preferred
• A minimum of 1 year supervisory work experience required
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required for site visits is required
• 1-2 years’ experience driving large passenger vehicle required
• Clearance through state mandated background/fingerprint check(s)
• Ability to communicate effectively with others and individuals served
• Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights & 20 lb items
• Ability to run, if needed

Mission

QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills.

QSAC benefits are some of the best and go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff)
• Medical can be as low as $10 dollars per paycheck / $26 dollars a year for full medical coverage ( for FT staff)
• Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff). Start with 24 days annually
• Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff)
• 403(b) Retirement with Employer Match
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.

Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.

QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

To Apply: please send resume to [e-mail]

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