Residential Director: OIDD - Whitten

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

15 days annual leave (vacation)

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

Parental Leave

Deferred compensation

Retirement plan

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities seeks a Residential Director to lead Whitten Regional Center's Residential Services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

This role provides strategic oversight, ensures regulatory compliance with ICF-IID standards, manages staffing and budgets, supervises DSMs/QIDPs, and partners with families to promote safety and meaningful supports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a leadership/related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in ICF-IID or highly regulated residential settings.
• Strong leadership, budgeting, and staff supervision skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervision to residential staff and management.
• Ensure compliance with ICF-IID regulations and agency directives.
• Oversee staffing, budgets, and quality of care for residents.
• Promote family engagement and resident safety and rights.
• Represent the program in committees and planning sessions.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Regulatory compliance

Staff development

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Therap

Job description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Residential Director who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long‑term wellness.

Under the general supervision of the Assistant Facility Administrator. This position plans, implements, administers, and directs Residential services at Whitten Regional Center, an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF-IID).

• Provides effective leadership and supervision to Lead Direct Support Manager (Lead DSM), Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professionals (QIDPs)/Direct Support Managers (DSMs), and relevant support staff. Promotes solid management practices and ensures high standards of professional services and quality supports are provided at all times.
• Facilitates internal compliance and quality improvement mechanisms, in conjunction with Quality Assurance (QA) and Staff Development to ensure that consumer safety and health is a priority and standards of care and support are in accordance with applicable regulations and standards (ICF-IID, Agency and Office Directives and Regional Center Internal Procedures). Ensures understanding and effective use of Therap among staff.
• Monitors campus activities through on‑site visits to the residences. Provides feedback, correction, and positive reinforcements appropriate. Makes occasional weekend or after‑hour visits to the residential units to include working closely with Campus Support to ensure safety and compliance for the facility. Determines staffing levels and requirements for all functions supervised and make recommendations to the Assistant Facility Administrator, including determining schedules of employees for the benefit of consumers serves, and employees to the greatest extent possible. Ensures accurate input and assessment of target staffing level (TSL) report.
• Maintains effective and supportive relationships with family members and consumers. Provides follow‑up resolution(s) of any concerns and complaints related to residential living or other supports provided.
• Reviews and makes recommendations on the control of expenditures; makes recommendations on needs related to staff/consumers and physical property that will enhance the functioning safety and well‑being of consumers.
• Ensures all consumers served within the Facility have access to self-advocacy opportunities and inclusion on the Olmstead List for less restrictive placement, if they so desire. Actively participates in a self‑advocacy program that meets regularly and exposes all consumers to information they need regarding their rights and placement options. In conjunction with the Quality Assurance Coordinator maintains a current list (Olmstead Report) of individuals and their desire to live in a less restrictive placement.
• Keeps Assistant Facility Administrator (AFA) apprised of pertinent information. Serves as a member of the Executive Committee and other committees as assigned. Ensures regular interaction and participation in all relevant team meetings, committees and planning sessions. Ensures expectations for operation of the Residential Services Program are met and maintained in accordance with the agency's mission.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Assistant Facility Administrator or Facility Administrator; completes projects and duties associated with the Residential Program in a timely and accurate manner.

The position for this posting is located at Whitten Regional Center, an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF-IID) of BHDD-OIDD located in Clinton, SC serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

A bachelor's degree and leadership experience in an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF-IID) and/or in another type of highly regulated, licensed residential environment.

Ability to make occasional weekend and/or after‑hour visits to the residential units to ensure safety and compliance for the facility.

Leadership and/or management experience in the field of intellectual and related disabilities with supervisory experience in the area of Residential Services for an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF‑IID). Strong motivational, coaching and teaching skills. Ability to effectively prioritize & manage multiple tasks and wide‑ranging responsibilities. Sound decision making skills with effective written & oral communications. Sensitivity to the special needs of persons with developmental disabilities and/or related disabilities and their families. Sensitivity to employee's issues and ability to facilitate a team‑oriented service process.

Knowledge of an agency's mission, programs, and objectives. Knowledge of management principles. Knowledge of an agency's organizational structure, the people who manage the work, and the processes applicable to government work. Ability to interpret and apply rules and regulations. Ability to manage work and provide guidance to employees. Ability to make presentations and prepare reports.

Employment Contingency

Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre‑employment screenings: medical screening – to include a drug screening; background record checks (to include fingerprinting), South Carolina Department of Social Services’ Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General “List of Excluded Individuals/Entities” screening; South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials. We reserve the right to rescind an offer of employment in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.

Immunization

If this position requires the applicant to work directly with consumers of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities tuberculosis (TB) skin or blood testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.

State Disaster Plan

In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, employees of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

Supplemental Questions

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education.

A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, dental, vision, long‑term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices*
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)