Residence Manager

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities? Are you a natural leader with a knack for organization and supervision? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you as a Residence Manager at Opengate!

As a Residence Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the operation of our Intermediate Care Facility (ICF). Your primary responsibility will be to ensure the overall well-being and quality of care provided to our residence. This includes overseeing the day-to-day operations of the residence, managing a team of dedicated professionals, and ensuring all care meets the highest standards set by the Office of People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) and Opengate Inc. 

• Supervising and mentoring resident counselors, Direct Support Professionals, Cooks, and Shift Leaders assigned to the residence.
• Provide ongoing training and supervision for staff assigned to the residence.
• Conducting Monthly Coaching and meetings with Direct Support Professional staff with an emphasis on Core Competencies, and evaluating the performance of all direct reports.
• Completing and maintaining appropriate records as required for the operation of the residential program.
• Learning and implementing Residential Procedures, and attending and preparing for Life Plan Packets/Summary meetings and IDT Meetings.
• Providing direct care coverage, as needed, and transporting consumers using the agency vehicle as directed.
• Maintaining timely and appropriate communication with Individuals, staff, families, supervisors, and administrative staff.
• Ensuring proper finance management of Individuals served.
• Orienting Lead Counselors and ensuring that new employees complete the buddy system,
• Following federal, state, and local governmental regulatory guidelines pertaining to a safe, healthy, and clean work environment, and reporting health and safety concerns to the supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related field or High School Diploma/GED
• 2+ years in a supervisory role
• 2+ years working with the ID/DD Population
• AMAP/CPR Certification, preferred but not required
• This position is a non-sedentary role; requires a lot of time standing and walking.
• Able to lift 50 or more pounds. The ability to turn, lift and assist individuals with movement.
• This position operates in a professional office environment.
• This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopies, filing cabinets and fax machines. 
• Some filing is required requiring the ability to move files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.

Opengate Inc. is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.