Job Description

PURPOSE: Direct overall residential services in a group home for developmentally disabled adults.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Responsible for the physical and emotional well-being of clients

· Ensure that IPP goals are being met and Clausen House policies and procedures are complied with.

· Maintain regular communication with Clausen House staff, clients’ family members, case managers and other involved parties.

· Perform assessments of new referrals to determine appropriateness. If accepted, complete required forms and initiate placement procedures.

· Interview, hire, train, supervise and evaluate staff.

· Arrange for professional development of staff.

· Submit reports to Executive Director and regulatory bodies, as required.

· Participate in Clausen House's management team and other committees, as required.

· Ensure policies, procedures, and practices are in compliance with Community Care Licensing and Department of Developmental Services regulations.

· Monitor and manage controllable expenses such as overtime, telephone, and house supplies.

· Assist clients with banking and budgeting needs.

· Maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in the field of developmental disabilities. Serve as on-call residential supervisor for other residences as needed

· Provide transportation for clients.

· Oversee the health needs of residents and coordinate with Residential Services Coordinator, physicians, pharmacies, appropriate family members as needed.

· Monitor the physical environment of the assigned house with regard to safety, maintenance, and sanitation and ensure that these areas are addressed in a satisfactory manner.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Arts/Science in Special Education, Business, Psychology, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience working directly with developmentally disabled individuals, preferably adults.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Residential Administrator certification.
• Knowledge of current practices and trends in the field of developmental disabilities.
• Demonstrated supervisory and administrative experience combined with knowledge of principles of staff development and motivating others.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's license (with safe driving record), with the ability to drive clients to appointments, etc.
• Possession of sufficient physical stamina to assist clients with activities of daily living.
• Able to communicate, both in writing and verbally, in a clear, concise manner.
• Criminal record clearance.
• Obtain and maintain current First Aid and CPR certificates.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• ENDURANCE – MOVES ABOUT FREQUENTLY. EXAMPLES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: Moves about the residence to monitor the consumers and conduct inspections. Transports consumers to various community locations.

• ENDURANCE-OVERALL STRENGTH: Some sedentary work. Bending, lifting, and squatting, with objects weighing up to 10 lbs.

• CLIMBING: Daily – Occurs every shift, ascend and descend stairs to make rounds of the building.

• LOCATION: Work is predominately inside and generally provides protection from weather conditions and temperature changes.

WORK REMOTELY

• No

Company Description

Founded in 1967, Clausen House is a registered charitable 501(c)(3) institution that provides housing, wellness programs, and advocacy for developmentally disabled adults in Oakland and the surrounding East Bay area. Our clients are adults challenged by autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and other intellectually and developmentally disabling conditions. We currently support 200 adults with developmental disabilities, and indirect support to their families in Oakland and throughout Alameda County. We deliver a life-enhancing array of services that enables our clients to live, work, socialize, and thrive to their fullest potential. Our dedicated staff of over 60 professionals delivers services that include housing, independent and supported living, supported employment, adult education, and social recreation.