Supervised By: Chief Operations Officer
Supervises: Residential Liaisons, 3rd Shift Supervisor, Residential Counselors
Evaluation: 90 days, and annually

The person in this position is a leader in ensuring quality and excellence in the care of the clients of Opportunities Unlimited, while vigorously pursuing the mission of Opportunities Unlimited.

Purpose
To provide Opportunities Unlimited’s Residential Leader with a guide in performing the tasks involved in their chosen profession. Residential Leaders provide hands on leadership for Residential Counselors and Senior House Counselors while running each home in the most efficient and effective manner. (The pride, passion and self-esteem Opportunities Unlimited employees show in themselves and the job they do, creates a positive attitude among the entire Opportunities Unlimited team which is reflected in the client’s demeanor and in influencing their successes while reaching their outcome goals.)

Qualifications
Same as Residential Counselor with additions:
• Valid driver’s license required
• Genuine interest and commitment to the mission of Opportunities Unlimited and working with individuals with brain injuries and physical disabilities
• Ability to work in emotionally challenging situations while maintaining composure
• Commitment to OU mission of “Maximizing Personal Potential Through Dignified and Purposeful Living”
• Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as positive leadership skills
• Bachelor’s Degree in a human service field. Bachelors degree in non-human service field will be considered with experience as well as registered nurse with at least one year experience with people with disabilities

Job Responsibilities
I. Residential Leader shall be responsible for all duties on the Residential Counselor Job Description while working shifts or training new staff.
II. Maintain a positive, productive, and growth-orientated working environment for residents, co-workers, and families.
III. Actively participate in interdisciplinary team approaches to provide quality service to each resident.
IV. Enhance positive relationships and effective communication between and amongst residents, families and staff.
V. Be knowledgeable of state and federal regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and strive to constantly maintain compliances.
VI. Develop and ensure implementation of active treatment and behavior plans for all clients served.
VII. Supervision and evaluation of Residential Counselors, 3rd Shift Supervisor, and Residential Counselor in the homes of responsibility.
VIII. Supervision for the maintenance of the home and grounds in which you supervise.
IX. Participate in the regular “On-Call” schedule.
X. Ensure adequate staff scheduling to meet client needs.
XI. Accountable for expenditures at the homes they supervise.
XII. Responsible for staff growth and retention.
XIII. Any other tasks as needed to ensure excellent quality services are provided
XIV. Mentor/train new OU staff assigned to their houses of responsibility. Familiarize new staff with:
-OU new employee orientation requirements
-OU policies and procedures
-Client information, history, program, medical needs, etc…
-Daily duties and schedules
XV. Assure quality of staff documentation, active treatment, communication of critical information, meal preparation and house cleanliness.

Opportunities Unlimited’s Residential Leader strives to provide our clients with a positive atmosphere allowing them to maximize personal potential through dignified and purposeful living. Opportunities Unlimited’s clients deserve to be treated with the dignity and respect we would accord ourselves and our family members. It is the responsibility of all Opportunities Unlimited staff to do “whatever it takes” to make our clients and agency successful and to create the OU culture of everyone reaching out to help others.

To apply or receive more information, please contact Melissa at 277-8295

www.opportunitiesunlimited.com