We are in search of an ambitious Residential Manager to join our fast-paced team at Altapointe in Mobile, AL.
Growing your career as a Full Time Residential Manager is a promising opportunity to develop critical skills.
If you are strong in critical thinking, decision-making and have the right experience for the job, then apply for the position of Residential Manager at Altapointe today!
AltaPointe's Adult Residential Services are designed for consumers with serious and persistent mental illness who require social rehabilitation and community support. Combining medical, nursing and clinical services, our staff provides care and treatment for more than 200 adults in need of intensive service provision. The Adult Residential Services Program consists of group homes, which are supervised 24 hours/day when consumers are on the premises. Expected outcomes are the same for each adult group home: to prevent re-hospitalization and to maximize and maintain successful community placement. Residential care focuses on the rehabilitation and return to the community of seriously mentally ill consumers.
Supervises adult residential program operations
Coordinates and implements program activities for the residential group homes Identifies problems, evaluates alternatives and implements effective solutions. Ensures that Basic Living Skills are written in accordance with all standards and turned in within an appropriate timeframe Reviews MARs to ensure appropriate medication management which includes timely refills and any necessary arrangements with medical staff for new prescriptions Provides staff coverage and direct service duties as needed Oversees appropriate money management with consumers Oversees the management of consumers' appointments and ensures that appropriate transportation arrangements are made for consumers. Completes necessary reports in a timely manner (i.e. vehicle and facility inspections) Ensures that residential program standards are met Creates & manages employee schedules Monitors effective hand off communication at shift change Provides individual and group coping skills training, activity/recreation therapy, and consumer education, utilizing basic therapeutic models and theories according to consumer needs as stated in the treatment plan Ensures adherence to posted PHP schedule Administers appropriate Human Resource functions
Provides training in the general orientation of the facility, policies and procedures, program operations and specific skill areas Is knowledgeable and applies Human Resources policies and procedures on a consistent basis Objectively completes employee performance evaluations on supervised staff and routes to Human Resources Department on a timely basis Provides staff with consultation and supervision individually and through group staff meetings Ensures competence of staff to include ongoing compliance with Nurse Delegation Program and all AHS required trainings. Completes time and attendance within set timeframe given by payroll department Clinical record keeping
Documents in a timely fashion per AltaPointe policy and program procedures Completes all appropriate documentation for continuity of care Documents in a clear and concise manner, services provided, individualized consumer response, and progress toward treatment goals Documents individualized and comprehensive biweekly summaries to include progress towards treatment goals. Clinical responsibilities
Demonstrates the ability to recognize the elements of a crisis state and takes a proactive approach to deescalate or resolve the situation Effectively collaborates with the treatment team members and outside sources in the delivery of clinical services Orient consumer's to the program at admission and facilitates coordination of care to a less restrictive environment Supervision and consultation
Seeks supervision and consultation as needed Accepts and employs suggestions for improvement Actively works to enhance leadership skills and provides positive, effective leadership Courteous and respectful attitudes towards consumers, visitors and co-worker
Treats consumers with care, dignity and compassion Respects consumer's privacy and confidentiality Is pleasant and cooperative with others Assists consumers and visitors as needed Personal values don't inhibit ability to relate and care for others Is sensitive to the consumer's needs, expectations and individual differences Is gentle and calm with consumers and families Administrative and other related duties as assigned
Actively participates in Performance Improvement activities Actively participates in AltaPointe committees as required Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner Follows AltaPointe policies and procedures Attends regular workshops and in-service Any other duties as assigned by supervisor or designee Bachelor's degree with at least two years experience in a direct service functional area; at least 23 years of age; a valid driver's license; proof of current liability insurance; effective demonstration of the application of adult specific competencies outlined below to be attained within six (6) months of employment.
Knowledge of psychiatric disorders in the adult population Knowledge of available community resources Knowledge of substance abuse treatment issues, developments and trends Knowledge of Senior Adult issues for referral purposes Knowledge of cultural diversity Knowledge of behavior management, crisis intervention and interventions common to acute psychotic consumers, as well as, to non-violent crisis intervention practice Knowledge of educational methods appropriate to adults with psychiatric disorders Successful completion of MAC certification Knowledge of all applicable community mental health standards (DMH, JC, Medicaid) Knowledge of utilizing the Electronic Health Record Successful completion of Defensive Driving
Benefits of working as a Residential Manager in Mobile, AL:
? Company offers great benefits
? Opportunities to grow
? Attractive packageCompetitive Pay
