RiverValley Behavioral Health
Assistant Residential Director - Strategic Partnerships
RiverValley Behavioral Health, Owensboro, Kentucky, us, 42302
Overview Assistant Residential Director - Strategic Partnerships. Under the direct supervision of the Senior Director, the Assistant Residential Director assists with the daily operations of the residential program at their assigned locations. This includes administrative tasks, general office functions, and working as a Direct Support Professional during times of critical staff shortages. This position requires weekly visits of all residences.
Responsibilities
Staff Supervision: Provides supervision to Direct Support Professionals (DSP) and Family Home Providers (FHP) on an ongoing basis; maintains regular contact with each assigned DSP and FHP to provide support and communication; demonstrates competence and knowledge to safely support clients according to their person-centered service plans; develops action plans with employees when improvement is needed; completes disciplinary forms under the direction of the Senior Director; completes site-specific training for new and re-assigned staff; fosters collaborative working relationships among staff and leadership; assists with pre-screening of applicants (DSPs, FHPs, Natural Supports); monitors Relias trainings to ensure timely completion by DSPs and FHPs. Oversight of Client Residences: Oversees daily operation of client residences; conducts scheduled and unannounced visits on alternating shifts for monthly formal home inspections and weekly informal house visits; acts as backup staff coverage as needed; maintains a safe and clean work environment through monitoring of incident reports, work orders, and home inspections; manages access to residential homes (keys) and reports staffing issues to Residential Coordinator and Senior Director with guidance to ensure timely resolution. Client Care: Assists with documentation for medical appointments; participates in medication review during home inspections and visits; checks medications, documentation, and prescription accuracy; assists with collecting and distributing clients’ grocery and spending checks and receipts; treats clients with dignity and respect; advocates for clients’ rights to promote quality of care; models appropriate staff-client interactions. On-Call and Incident Management: Participates in a residential on-call rotation to ensure 24-hour access to management; assists with incident reports (critical and non-critical) including notifications and follow-ups; enters incident reports into MWMA. Administrative Duties: Completes home inspection reports; reviews client home books and charts for discrepancies; handles paperwork for DSPs, FHPs, and clients; assists with staff meetings; ensures corrections or improvements to services are completed timely and accurately; manages documentation in MWMA and updates agency goals; assists with procurement of expenditures related to client care; maintains the Prior Authorization (PA) grid. Interdisciplinary Team Involvement: Maintains communication with support coordination agencies; participates as a member of the interdisciplinary process as directed by leadership. Professional Development: Completes required training (Relias, College of Direct Supports, CPR/First-Aid, Safe Medication); participates in skills enhancement activities, workshops, and trainings related to the position. Performance Improvement and Quality Enhancement: Supports compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (DDID, BH, CARF, Department of Medicaid); participates in reviews and surveys; assists with plans of correction and monitoring activities; develops and revises program policies and procedures; adheres to agency policies. We Offer
Competitive pay Paid training Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental, vision, long-term disability, and Teladoc Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability Paid vacation and sick leave Holiday pay Retirement planning Mileage reimbursement for work-related driving Potential for tuition reimbursement program Career development and growth opportunities Employee Assistance Program Employment Referral Program Education And Experience
High school diploma or GED; BA/BS preferred Supervisory experience preferred At least two years of experience providing direct support to persons with a developmental disability Knowledge And Skills
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. 80-90% of time is spent standing, walking, kneeling, or reaching while working with people receiving services. Requires full body range of motion. Requires vision and hearing sufficient to perform essential functions. Requires emotional stability necessary to perform essential functions. Must be able to communicate effectively with clients, clients\' families, staff, and other interdisciplinary team members to promote quality service. Must be able to read, understand, and implement written and oral instruction. Must be able to perform required documentation. Requires the ability to perform CPR (training provided). Requires the ability to drive a vehicle.
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Staff Supervision: Provides supervision to Direct Support Professionals (DSP) and Family Home Providers (FHP) on an ongoing basis; maintains regular contact with each assigned DSP and FHP to provide support and communication; demonstrates competence and knowledge to safely support clients according to their person-centered service plans; develops action plans with employees when improvement is needed; completes disciplinary forms under the direction of the Senior Director; completes site-specific training for new and re-assigned staff; fosters collaborative working relationships among staff and leadership; assists with pre-screening of applicants (DSPs, FHPs, Natural Supports); monitors Relias trainings to ensure timely completion by DSPs and FHPs. Oversight of Client Residences: Oversees daily operation of client residences; conducts scheduled and unannounced visits on alternating shifts for monthly formal home inspections and weekly informal house visits; acts as backup staff coverage as needed; maintains a safe and clean work environment through monitoring of incident reports, work orders, and home inspections; manages access to residential homes (keys) and reports staffing issues to Residential Coordinator and Senior Director with guidance to ensure timely resolution. Client Care: Assists with documentation for medical appointments; participates in medication review during home inspections and visits; checks medications, documentation, and prescription accuracy; assists with collecting and distributing clients’ grocery and spending checks and receipts; treats clients with dignity and respect; advocates for clients’ rights to promote quality of care; models appropriate staff-client interactions. On-Call and Incident Management: Participates in a residential on-call rotation to ensure 24-hour access to management; assists with incident reports (critical and non-critical) including notifications and follow-ups; enters incident reports into MWMA. Administrative Duties: Completes home inspection reports; reviews client home books and charts for discrepancies; handles paperwork for DSPs, FHPs, and clients; assists with staff meetings; ensures corrections or improvements to services are completed timely and accurately; manages documentation in MWMA and updates agency goals; assists with procurement of expenditures related to client care; maintains the Prior Authorization (PA) grid. Interdisciplinary Team Involvement: Maintains communication with support coordination agencies; participates as a member of the interdisciplinary process as directed by leadership. Professional Development: Completes required training (Relias, College of Direct Supports, CPR/First-Aid, Safe Medication); participates in skills enhancement activities, workshops, and trainings related to the position. Performance Improvement and Quality Enhancement: Supports compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (DDID, BH, CARF, Department of Medicaid); participates in reviews and surveys; assists with plans of correction and monitoring activities; develops and revises program policies and procedures; adheres to agency policies. We Offer
Competitive pay Paid training Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental, vision, long-term disability, and Teladoc Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability Paid vacation and sick leave Holiday pay Retirement planning Mileage reimbursement for work-related driving Potential for tuition reimbursement program Career development and growth opportunities Employee Assistance Program Employment Referral Program Education And Experience
High school diploma or GED; BA/BS preferred Supervisory experience preferred At least two years of experience providing direct support to persons with a developmental disability Knowledge And Skills
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. 80-90% of time is spent standing, walking, kneeling, or reaching while working with people receiving services. Requires full body range of motion. Requires vision and hearing sufficient to perform essential functions. Requires emotional stability necessary to perform essential functions. Must be able to communicate effectively with clients, clients\' families, staff, and other interdisciplinary team members to promote quality service. Must be able to read, understand, and implement written and oral instruction. Must be able to perform required documentation. Requires the ability to perform CPR (training provided). Requires the ability to drive a vehicle.
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