Residential Manager (IDD Residential)

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the IDD Director, manages, supervises and trains Coordinators, Direct Support Professionals and all responsible to provide daily direct care, participant activities (internal/external), support services and transportation for IDD participants in Residential and DTA programs of care. Manages, coordinates, plans, reviews daily activities, schedules, event calendars, and ensures staff is promoting program guidelines. Ensure that participants are active in a quality supportive and caring home or DTA, and all levels of services and staff are in compliance with all PPEP IDD and Az DDD care policies and procedures. Monitors program/services for compliance with all PPEP Integrated Care/IDD policies, and all Federal, State, and local regulations. Makes independent decisions in accordance with established policies. Submits all required reports in a timely and accurate manner.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to drive/operate an agency transport vehicle.
• Ability to perform crisis intervention to prevent harmful behaviors.
• Ability to perform First Aid/CPR as needed.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English language as required for this position and services to participants.
• Knowledge and Experience in:
• Implementing plans and guidelines mandated by the ISP, policy and procedures, etc.
• Documenting observations and maintaining facility records
• Knowledge and experiences in group habilitative and recreational services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• Six(6) years prior work experience with the intellectually developmentally disabled adult population in a community based setting : residential or DTA (Day Treatment).
• Minimum four (4) years of supervisory experience and facility management work experience in this field/IDD.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the DDD resource system and other agencies in the area
• Valid Arizona driver’s license and clearance/approval from corporate auto insurer.
• Must possess or be able to qualify for a valid Arizona department of public safety level one fingerprint clearance card.
• Must be able to obtain CPR, First Aid, MOTS, CIT I and II certifications.
• Ability to drive/operate an agency transport vehicle.
• Ability to perform crisis intervention to prevent harmful behaviors.
• Ability to perform First Aid/CPR if required.

         OR

• Any equivalent combination of academic education, professional training or work experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Vocational Rehabilitation, Psychology, Sociology or related field.
• Two (2) years prior supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the DDD resource system and other agencies in the area.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time.
• Must be fully ambulatory and able to frequently lift, push and pull up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Must be able to climb stairs and assist consumers in moving household items if necessary.

EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to remain calm, non-defensive with a supportive attitude during crisis or potential crisis.

Special Notes: In-service training requirements. Due to Department of Health Services and the Division of Behavioral Health requirements, some positions in this category are required to provide medical clearance. Department of Labor regulation CFR Part 1910.1030 requires notification that this category may have a risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Hepatitis B Vaccine will be provided.

PPEP INC. IS AN EEO EMPLOYER - MINORITIES/WOMEN/VETERANS/DISABLED