Residential Program Director - Beverly, MA

Ne Arc; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life insurance

Generous time off

Other benefits

Job summary

Northeast Arc seeks a Residential Program Director for Beverly, MA to oversee daily operations, ensure DDS policy compliance, and deliver quality living support for individuals with developmental disabilities. You will supervise staff, manage documentation, and participate in agency meetings to uphold the organization’s mission.

Responsibilities include staff coaching, scheduling, safety planning, and maintaining residential standards.

Qualifications

• PBS approach used to support individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Strong leadership to coordinate the Residential Team and on-site supervision.
• Accurate documentation across health care records, scheduling and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operation of assigned residence(s).
• Lead staff to ensure dignity, respect and empowerment.
• Coordinate staff coverage and communicate with Weekend On-Call.

Skills

PBS approach

Staff leadership

Documentation

Computer skills

Education

BS/BA

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

Kronos

Microsoft Office

Job description

Residential Program Director - Beverly, MA

Job Summary: Oversees the day-to-day operation of the assigned residence(s), including implementing agency policy and practice and ensuring compliance with the statutory requirements of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS). Fulfills programmatic responsibilities by providing quality living support and supervision to individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities and staff. The candidate will ensure that the Northeast Arc (NeArc) Residential Division reflects the mission statement and vision.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides responsive, effective residential support and leads staff in creating an atmosphere that places individual respect, dignity, and empowerment above all else.
• Work as part of the Residential Team, including assisting peers as needed, providing Residential Office Coverage and having a working knowledge of all Residential Homes and Systems.
• Utilize a PBS approach when working with staff and individuals, including promoting the agency objectives related to personal growth, community involvement and decision making.
• Ensure Residential Team Members are aware of daily schedule and staffing coverage. Keep the team informed of any pertinent issues at the home and changes in status, including providing clinical information to Weekend On-Call team as necessary.
• Complete required documentation completely and accurately, including ISP Documentation, Health Care Records, HCSIS, Incident Reporting, Weekend Notes, House Profiles, Vacation Memos, Staffing Schedules and House Committee Reports.
• Participate in Directors Meetings, Clinical Meetings, JAMM meetings, QAs and other meetings as deemed necessary. Participate in Agency training and Committees as assigned.
• Ensure House Books and Systems are in compliance with Residential Standards, QA Tools and DDS Survey and Certification, including, Fire Drill Logs, Resource Manuals, House Meeting Books, Confidential Books, Medical Books, Money Books and Data Books.
• Maintain and follow a current safety plan, including training staff, conducting fire drills and reporting any issues. Ensure minimum safety ratios are maintained at all times.
• Hire, organize and coordinate staff to meet the goals of the agency. Facilitate staff meetings and provide on-site supervision and support to staff. Be approachable and responsive to staff.
• Complete billing information, payroll, other documentation accurately and in a timely fashion.
• Have a working knowledge of computer systems, including Microsoft Office and Kronos.

Requirements:

• BS/BA strongly preferred, HS Diploma/GED and minimum of three years prior experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities or within human services.
• A desire to assist people in achieving their dreams and goals.
• Maintain certifications as required in Northeast Arc Policy and Procedures, including but not exclusive to: First Aid, CPR, MAPs, Vehicle Safety, Human Rights and Fire Safety. Maintain a valid Massachusetts driver’s license.
• Must be able to work at a desk/computer in an office environment and also be physically able to provide direct support to individuals in their homes

What We Offer You!

• Generous time off (holiday, vacation, sick)
• Health Insurance
• Life insurance
• Other benefits

Hours: M-F 9 am to 5 pm

Hourly Pay $30.00 to $31.33