Residential Program Director - Beverly, MA

Northeast Arc; Danvers (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 is seeking a Residential Program Director in Beverly, MA to oversee daily operations of residential services for adults with developmental and physical disabilities. The role emphasizes quality living, staff supervision, and adherence to agency policies and DDS requirements.

The Director will lead the Residential Team, ensure proper staffing and coverage, and promote a person-centered PBS approach while coordinating meetings, audits, and program documentation to support

Qualifications

• BS/BA strongly preferred; HS Diploma/GED with minimum three years prior experience in supporting adults with developmental disabilities or human services.
• Must maintain required certifications (First Aid, CPR, MAPs, Vehicle Safety, Human Rights, Fire Safety) and possess a valid Massachusetts driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversees day-to-day operation of assigned residence(s) and implements agency policy.
• Provides quality living support and supervision to individuals with disabilities and to staff.
• Leads the Residential Team, ensures staffing coverage and informed status of homes.
• Promotes PBS approach to support, growth, community involvement and decision making.
• Maintains required documentation: ISP Documentation, Health Care Records, HCSIS, Incident Reporting and schedules.

Education

BS/BA strongly preferred

HS Diploma/GED

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