Residence Manager, IRA chez Opengate Inc.

The Residence Manager, IRA provides oversight of the daily operations of an Individualized Residential Alternative. This position has the overall responsibility for the operation of the residence and supervises all staff assigned to the site. The Residence Manager, IRA ensures that the quality of care provided for the people living in each residence conforms to the standards, philosophy, policies, and procedures set by Opengate Inc.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide oversight to all staff assigned to the residence.
• Ensure that employees participate in the required orientation and training sessions.
• Provide on-going training and supervision for staff assigned to the residence and ensure that shift/staff assignments are posted on each shift.
• Conduct Monthly Coaching and regularly scheduled meetings with staff, with an emphasis on DSP Core Competencies.
• Complete performance reviews for all direct reports.
• Provide direct care coverage as needed and transport people receiving supports using an agency vehicle, as directed.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule that ensures presence across all shifts. This will include working on weekends, overnight shifts, etc.
• Participate in the Manager-On-Call rotation.
• Complete the staffing schedule, ensuring staffing patterns and minimums are maintained.
• Prepare Life Plan packets and attend Life Plan meetings.
• Develop, implement and maintain Staff Action Plans, conforming with all timelines for submission.
• Ensure that treatment plans are current, completed and documented. Participate as a member of each supported person's Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), to foster their independence and productivity.
• Adhere to the organization's incident management procedures. Follows up on all recommendations made by the Incident Review Committee (IRC).
• Ensure the physical plant is free of risk inside and out, reporting any observed issues to Maintenance to ensure timely and adequate repairs to the residence.
• Ensure proper finance management for people receiving supports, including the maintaining of ledgers, secure debit cards and funds, at all times.
• Manage residence petty cash and submit for reconciliation, as scheduled.
•  Submit purchase orders on behalf of the people living in their assigned residence for personal purchases and for residence needs.
• Accountable for food purchasing, handling and storage.
• Order equipment and supplies, as needed.
• Correctly use and train staff on electronic systems such as FIIX, ADP, Precision Care, eRequester and Relias.
• Attend meetings and training sessions, as directed.
• Maintain timely and appropriate communication with people living in each residence, their families and staff.
• Develop and implement recreation and activities schedules that meet the interests and needs of the people living in their assigned residence.
• Participate in Internal Audit Process.
• Follow federal, state and local governmental regulatory guidelines pertaining to a safe, healthy, and clean work environment, reporting health and safety concerns to the supervisor.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a supervisory role.
• Minimum of 2 years working with the I/DD population.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills required.
• Must maintain AMAP certification, and ability to drive agency vehicles

Salary - $68,000 - $71,000.  Compensation will be commensurate with job qualifications and work experience.

Opengate is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, domestic or civil union partnership status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, transgender status, predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, education, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. The Company promotes inclusion and acceptance of all protected classes.  

In order to promote and maintain a community culture, employees hired to work at Opengate must legally reside and perform their work in the state of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, or Pennsylvania.