Assistant Director of Residential Operations (Day- Shift)

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Wendell Foster is interested in hiring an energetic (day-shift) Assistant Director of Residential Operations for our Intermediate Care Facility to join the team of #DifferenceMakers!

What matters to you:

• Competitive salary
• 8 paid holidays each year
• Earn Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Full benefits including; medical, dental, and vision insurance effective the first of the month after hire date and pet benefits.
• 403b retirement-automatic 2% company contribution plus company match up to 3% after 1 year of employment and 1000 hours worked
• One-time your annual salary life insurance coverage at no cost to you
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is free to all employees and their immediate family members.
• Tuition reimbursement program available
• On the job training
• Employee recognition give-a-ways throughout the year

What matters to us:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• An Associate’s degree in a related field preferred
• Must have a minimum of one (1) year experience in the ID/DD field, preferably with individuals with Cerebral Palsy.
• Minimum of one (1) year of successful supervisory management experience, preferably in a human services environment
• Excellent problem-solving skills, showing leadership when confronting problems.
• Possess knowledge of labor relations laws and good interpersonal skills, particularly as related to supervisory functions.
• Willing to work flexible shifts and hours within the week, including weekends.
• Ability to drive campus vehicles, including a valid driver’s license and insurable record.
• Possess or be able to possess first aid and CPR certifications (training provided).

Essential Functions:

In conjunction with the Administrative Residential Director of Operations, will:

• Maintain cottage operations in compliance with other state and federal regulations.
• Ensure that each resident is receiving appropriate support and care as outlined within their individual service plan (ISP).
• Ensure the development and implementation of a person-centered service plan for each cottage resident and the inclusion of each resident in the planning process.
• Hire and ensure training, supervision, and coaching of staff, staff scheduling to meet the needs of residents, and ensure timely completion of performance evaluations and corrections as appropriate per WF policy.
• Meet regularly with the cottage management team as well as other cottage staff in order to maintain open and honest communications, and clear expectations and to foster a team-oriented environment.

Other important information:

· Wendell Foster is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.