Residential Program Lead — Empower Adults' Independence

Abilities-First,-Inc; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time to Recharge – Paid vacation, plus

Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, &

Plan for The Future – 401(k) with

Level Up Your Skills– Tuition

Exclusive Extras – Employee discounts

Job summary

Abilities First, Inc. is seeking a Residential Program Coordinator to oversee day-to-day staff operations and ensure services align with regulatory standards for adults with developmental disabilities in Dutchess County, NY.

This exempt, salaried role requires leadership and strong collaboration with the Director and program team. The position emphasizes crisis management, staff development, budgeting support, and adherence to agency policies while maintaining confidentiality and client-centered

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Human Services or related field.
• Minimum five years experience with adults with developmental disabilities in a residential setting.
• Current NYS driver s license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain oversight of designated residential programs as assigned by the Director, and ensure the adequate and timely provision of services to residents as specified by the regulations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable State and Federal regulations specific to their programs.
• Assist in the development and preparation of the annual budget as requested.
• Recruit and select qualified staff. Develop and maintain an effective working relationship with program staff to assure the continuous and effective operation of the program.
• Ensure adequate, timely supervision, training, and evaluation of staff assigned to their program, in conjunction with appropriate managerial staff.
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures specific to their programs as requested and necessary.
• Ensure that existing agency policies and procedures are consistently followed and applied by staff.
• Provide crisis management as necessary by providing 24-hour on-call oversight via agency cell-phone to ensure program support, confirm proper procedures are followed in emergency situations.
• Oversee and monitor staff schedules and payroll by reviewing payroll documents, preparing shift schedules, accounting reports, and any other essential information to ensure adequate coverage and effective use of staff time.
• Communicate effectively with collateral agencies and members of the community in a professional manner.
• Coordinate staff meetings; participate in meetings and committees as necessary.
• Coordinate all aspects of the residents life to facilitate habilitation including, but not limited to, the monitoring of on-and-off site programs and activities through the use of POMS.
• Ensure the facilitation of required case reviews for all residents in the program, in conjunction with other programs, to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Skills

Valid NYS drivers license

Education

Bachelors Degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Abilities First, Inc. is seeking a Residential Program Coordinator to oversee day-to-day staff operations and ensure services align with regulatory standards for adults with developmental disabilities in Dutchess County, NY.

This exempt, salaried role requires leadership and strong collaboration with the Director and program team. The position emphasizes crisis management, staff development, budgeting support, and adherence to agency policies while maintaining confidentiality and client-centered