Doorways House Manager (Residential Specialist) - Center for Developmentally Disabled

RESIDENTIAL SPECIALIST $52KExempt with a $5,000 Sign-on BonusWe know that job searching can be quite the job itself, so we'll get straight to the point. We are seeking an energetic Direct Support Professional to join our team! While we are excited to get to know you, let's start by telling you a little about us!
CDD is a non-profit community-based organization that supports individuals with developmental disABILITIES in their own homes throughout the Kansas City Metropolitan area. We have been doing this for over 50 years with the goal of adding 50+ more in our sight. Speaking of goals, CDD offers incentives based on meeting agency-wide goals as well as differentials for homes that are behavioral, high medical needs, and for shifts that occur on Saturday and Sunday.

All management must have a Class E driver license in Missouri or a Class C driver license in Kansas, proof of auto insurance in your name for a reliable and legal form of transportation, and proof of education.Ready to see what else we can offer you? Keep reading!
CDD offers a wide range of benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid ongoing training
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) includes healthcare and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Discount Program (Perks at Work)
• 401(k) with 6% agency match
• Employee referral bonus program
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid holidays (7)
• Vacation and Sick pay and more!

As a Residential Specialist, you will:

• Schedule and transport individuals to medical appointments as needed;
• Visits assigned locations at least twice a week, or more often as needed;
• Review shift notes in Therap daily in order to be aware of things needing addressed at locations;
• Ensure all medication changes are clearly documented where needed;
• Obtains medical treatment for illnesses or injuries in a timely manner;
• Communicate daily with all staff to provide consistency in addressing each individual's needs verbally and in daily communication logs;
• Supervise and schedule sufficient staff to maintain required staffing ratios;
• Document staff attendance and leave time; review electronic timekeeping records for accuracy and approve hours worked
• Submit staff evaluations in a timely manner;
• Have on-call responsibility, altering schedule as necessary to meet individual needs;
• Oversee individual money expenditures and maintain required records;
• Schedule maintenance and oversee the site implementation of the agency's Physical Facilities and Safety Policy;
• Facilitate monthly program meeting at each site;
• Provide companionship, emotional support, crisis intervention and behavioral counseling to individuals;

You would probably be great for this role if you have the following:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Bachelor's degree in education, rehabilitation, social or behavioral science field preferred;
• 1-2 years of supervisory experience with persons with developmental disabilities;
• Be at least 18 years old
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record
• Ability to pass medication, adult CPR and First Aid classes
• Your own car and car insurance

• Experience in the developmental disabilities field
• Ability to lift 10 pounds consistently, 20 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally

In order to make this all the way legit, you give permission for CDD to conduct background screenings as your employment is contingent until results are verified. We want you to know the following will occur:

• A request for a background check will be conducted which will include criminal history, abuse and neglect and sex offender registry
• Motor vehicle report check
• Employment and/or personal reference checks
• Education verification and license/certification checks (where applicable)

Center for Developmentally Disabled (CDD ) is a private, not-for-profit corporation founded in 1972 serving adults and children with developmental and intellectual disabilities within the greater Kansas City, MO area. CDD provides residential care services, employment services, day habilita tion to adults, and a private school for students who are referred through the Kansas City Missouri area . We are an equal opportunity employer, and 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 characteristics protected by law.

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