Community Access Services in Hood River County, OR is looking to hire a full-time Community Living Manager to ensure our programs align with the needs of the individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities that we serve. Do you want a job that provides meaningful work while helping others? Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career in human services? Would you like to be part of a stable and established nonprofit that's passionate about serving people and helping its community? If so, please read on!

This supported living management position with our nonprofit earns a competitive salary of $47,000 - $55,000/year, depending on experience. We provide great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, a 403(B) pension plan, a flexible spending account (FSA), a health reimbursement account (HRA), an employee assistance program, paid time off (PTO), paid sick leave, 7 paid holidays, and referral bonuses. This position also receives paid driving time and reimbursement for mileage beyond 30 miles. If this sounds like the right supported living management opportunity in human services for you, apply today to join our nonprofit!

ABOUT COMMUNITY ACCESS SERVICES

Community Access Services is a private nonprofit organization that provides residential, community, and employment services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who live and work in our community. Serving Oregonians for more than 30 years, we are a trusted service provider dedicated to the advocacy of individuals living with IDD and protecting their human rights. We pride ourselves on our local, grassroots culture, and our strong historical involvement in the deinstitutionalization of IDD services. Our mission is to respect all individuals and help them create healthy and fulfilling lives in their homes, communities, and workplaces.

In addition to providing person-centered services to individuals, we are also dedicated to offering our more than 230 employees opportunities for career development and advancement. We value family and strive to create a positive team-oriented environment where our employees feel valued and are proud of the work that they do.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A COMMUNITY LIVING MANAGER

As a Community Living Manager in human services, you're responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our Supported Living, In-home Support, and Day Support Activities programs. You prepare each client's individual service plan (ISP), which includes facilitating medical protocols and other documents of support. Alongside the program director, you review referral packets to identify individuals who can benefit from our programs and complete the "new entry checklist" for all new participants. You implement training for staff regarding ISPs, ensuring that important documents are maintained and completed within established timeframes.

Additionally, you attend critical client appointments and make sure that medical records are maintained according to standards. You act as an advocate for client rights and choices as well as hire and train staff who share the same commitment. As needed, you provide direction or disciplinary action and are always readily available to solve staffing issues as they arise. You complete comprehensive performance evaluations for staff and provide adequate training, technical assistance, and support as applicable. Using your exceptional organizational skills, you ensure the support staff schedule is posted in a timely manner and manage hours to maintain minimal or no overtime expenses.

Each month, you conduct a mandatory staff meeting to ensure our program is up to standards. You also complete accurate payroll within an established timeframe as well as make sure all program expenses and purchases have administrative approval. Promoting a safe work environment is of the utmost importance to you, which is why you supervise our clients with disabilities to ensure their well-being at all times. You promptly report any possible safety issues to the appropriate personnel. Your hard work keeps our supported living programs running smoothly, and it brings you great satisfaction to know your hard work improves the lives of our clients with disabilities!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A COMMUNITY LIVING MANAGER

• Bachelor's degree OR 3+ years of working with persons with developmental disabilities
• 1+ years of experience in a supervisory role
• Ability to become a company driver
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job
• Strong English language skills
• Leadership skills

Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills? Can you handle confidential information with discretion? Are you able to remain calm in stressful situations? Can you serve as a strong role model to others? Do you work well both independently and as part of a team? Can you effectively prioritize tasks while demonstrating good time management? If yes, you might just be perfect for this supported living management position with our human services nonprofit!

WORK SCHEDULE FOR A COMMUNITY LIVING MANAGER

This full-time supported living position with our human services nonprofit works during the day.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR HUMAN SERVICES TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this Community Living Manager job with our supported living program that assists individuals with developmental disabilities, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Location: 97031