Director of Residential IDD Services

Description

Community Options, Inc.  is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are currently seeking a  Director of Residential Services  in  Council Bluffs, IA . The Director of Residential Services maintains a high-quality program to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This person is responsible for supporting the team with day-to-day operations and challenges to achieve programmatic goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train the team to support programmatic initiatives, goals, daily routines, and the unique needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Manage team performance through effective communication, training, performance management, staff meetings, and employee recognition
• Manage staff schedules and ensure shifts are adequately staffed
• Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed
• Assist with the development of current and future programs including residential supports, personalized supports, supported employment, and person-centered planning
• Monitor and maintain the residential budget
• Prepare required statistical, financial and service reports as needed
• Develop and update Individual Support Plans (ISP) / Person-Centered Plans (PCP) with an interdisciplinary team to include any concerns, observations, and behavioral developments
• Ensure individuals are supported per their ISP / PCP including medication management, meal planning, and behavior management
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Monitor the finances of individuals ensuring purchases are approved and accounted for with documentation
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Manage relationships with the families and guardians of the individuals in our care
• Ensure work locations and vehicles are well maintained
• May conduct programmatic investigations
• Cooperate with audits, inspections, and investigations
• Must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned

Minimum Requirements

Why Community Options?

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer    M / F / D / V

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