Residential Program Director - SLP
- Compensation
- $54K–$58K
- Location
- Lexington, MA, US
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 1+ years
- Category
- Not specified
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor’s degree with 3 years of experience.
- 1-2 years supervisory and/or teaching experience required.
- Must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
- Demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with a variety of individuals, including residents, family members, team, physicians, community agencies, government organizations, fund
- High energy level, superior interpersonal skills and ability to function in a team atmosphere.
- Working knowledge of Social Security, Medicaid, Medicare, SHIP, community resources and waiver programs.
- Strong analytical, numerical and reasoning abilities.
- Ability to execute a variety of decision-making models.
- Ability to demonstrate superior problem solving skills.
- Ability to set priorities and handle multiple simultaneous tasks, organizing, prioritizing, planning, sequencing and completing tasks independently.
- Ability to understand, speak, read and write fluent English.
- Strong computer knowledge. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel..
- Must have a valid driver’s license and access to an operational and insured vehicle in addition to willingness to use it to transport residents.
Full description
Overview
Salary: $54,000-58,000 Schedule: Monday through Friday 9am-5pm
The Residential Program Director is responsible for the successful administration and management of the clinical, budgetary and business operations of the program. They serve as interdisciplinary team coordinator for residents and their families and facilitates the delivery of quality, appropriate services to residents according to MassHealth, SHIP, DDS, waiver programs and agency requirements.
Who We Are
At Advocates, we provide comprehensive services for people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges.
We’re a nonprofit, mission-driven organization with a person-centered approach, empowering the individuals we support to make choices, build independence, and live full, meaningful lives. Our work is rooted in respect, compassion, and inclusion, and we envision a world where individual differences are appreciated and celebrated.
At Advocates, we value the ideas, experiences, and contributions of employees and are committed to fostering a supportive, welcoming culture where everyone can grow and thrive.
Minimum Education Required
Bachelor's Degree
Shift
First Shift
Responsibilities
- Responsible for overall fiscal responsibility for the site; including the safeguard of residents’ monetary funds.
- Manage and streamline administrative processes and requirements in consultation with affiliated senior managers or designees including but not limited to Fiscal Services, Human Resources, Information Services, Housing, and Maintenance functions.
- Assign and monitor scheduling of staff to ensure program coverage, and budget compliance.
- Ensure that staff receives appropriate certifications and training to perform duties adequately.
- Responsible for supervision and evaluation of Program Nurse(s) and Residential Program Supervisor
- Participates in admission process of residents and develops discharge plans, to include intake, psychosocial assessments, and development of appropriate resident services.
- Assists residents with psychosocial issues and provides assistance as appropriate.
- Develops behavior plans in conjunction with clinical team and/or guardian/family as appropriate.
- Coordinates service planning and other meetings with residents, guardians and/or family members at a minimum of once annually according to program funding requirements.
- Completes all documentation in accordance with funding requirements and Agency/program established deadlines