Director of Residential Services

Disability Resources, Inc., is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization that supports a community designed to enhance the lives of adults with intellectual disabilities. We are located in the great state of Texas and are currently seeking a relationship builder and difference maker as a Director of Residential Services. Disability Resources, Inc. provides industry-leading services to our residents such as; helping residents develop their life skills, providing required medical care, a variety of therapies, offering spiritual opportunities for growth, and encouraging healthy lifestyles.

Our mission at Disability Resources, Inc., is to provide exceptional care and develop meaningful lives for intellectually challenged adults in a Christian environment.

The job duties for the position of Director of Residential Services listed below.

Job Summary: The Director of Residential Services assumes the following job duties and is responsible for all aspects of residential care…

· Ensure there is an adequate and qualified Direct Care staff available at all times. Scheduling, all schedules will be maintained at least three weeks in advance

· Managing Residential Service performance to achieve budgets and organizational objectives

· Oversee the incorporation of DRI’s mission statement in the Folk’s daily lives

· Know and understand each Folk’s abilities, disabilities and interests in order to supervise and care for them effectively

· Know and maintain strict adherence to all DRI policies and procedures

· Comply with all appropriate State and Federal standards

· Ensure all fire and disaster drills are done according to state and federal guidelines

· Ensure Residential staff provides medicines and treatment to the Folk’s in accordance with medical directions

· Investigate instances of Folk’s improper behavior and ensure actions taken are appropriate and properly reported

· Evaluate Residential staff employees performance and conduct appraisals in accordance with Employee Handbook

· Directly supervises house managers

· Indirectly supervise all other residential staff

· Supervises activities of Folk’s in his/her care

· Coordinates with the Medical Liaison to ensure that all appointments and documentation required and correctly complete

· Shall remain current in all required training

· 3 years’ experience in working with individuals with intellectual disabilities

· Ability to read and interpret documents in English such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

· Ability to write, in English, routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak the English language effectively

· Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as money management for household and Folk’s

· All other duties as assigned.

Experience:

· Minimum 3 years’ experience working directly in Management

· CPR certification - required

· Proficient computer skills- required

· Attendance and punctuality - a must

· Valid driver’s license - required

Education: Associates Degree preferred

Environmental and Working Conditions:You will workatmultiple locations within the community campus. There may be times you attend off campus activities. You may be required to cover a specific shift and/or overtime as business needs see fit.

Physical and Mental Effort: Sitting, standing need to lift, pull, carry, and push items weighing up to fifty pounds. Frequent need to stoop, kneel, and reaching. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. Ability to utilize practical common sense and critical thinking is required.

Schedule:Would typically be M-F but could be flexed time wise depending on staffing needs of the community.

For full time employees we offer a variety of benefits, vacation time, training and development opportunities, and love promoting from within. If you are looking to expand and grow your career, then come grow with us as we help to guide your career path within our organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Abilene, TX 79601 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Abilene, TX 79601: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person