Residential Services Coordinator

Job Title: Residential Services Coordinator
Job Type: Exempt/Full-Time 
Job Location: Shelby County/Metro Birmingham

Reports to: Clinical Director

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Primary Job Functions and Performance Expectations

 

• Responsible for supervising group home managers and ensuring the day-to-day operations of group home(s) serving the mental illness population at the organization. 

1. Maintains accurate financial records, in coordination with the Finance Department.

2. Manages all Group Home operations within given budget. 

3. Ensures residents are maintained in a safe and clean environment.

4. Coordinate all emergency situations in the Group Home setting, including monitoring appropriate staff response and acting as direct support as needed. 

5. Supervises Group Home Managers in identifying and developing services to develop basic living skills of consumers in residential programs.

6. Facilitates the ordering and distribution of all supplies for the Group Homes, including food, toiletries, cleaning materials, etc. 

7. Assist with the development and enforcement of community expectations and client rights and responsibilities for consumers in the Group Homes.

8. Administers, implements, and documents appropriate supervisory and personnel actions when needed.

9. Monitors Group Home staffing patterns and schedules to ensure adequate staff coverage at all times.

10. Reviews and submits travel/expense vouchers, approves time and leave for employees supervised.

11. Provides prompt and appropriate response to emergencies.

 

• Responsible for supervising the Permanent Supportive Housing Programs and personnel.

1. Assures that the Supportive Housing Program operates according to the DMH standards and meets the evidenced based fidelity measures.

2. Coordinates referrals received from internal and external sources to the Permanent Supportive Housing Program to maintain adequate census.

3. Manages client finances and maintains accurate financial records, in collaboration with the Finance Department, for clients that the organization acts as representative payee.

4. Provides on-going training and supervision with the Supportive Housing personnel in accordance with the organization's Policies and Procedures and DMH standards. 

5. Supervises Permanent Supportive Housing staff in documenting and submitting services in a timely manner and in accordance with DMH, Medicaid, and the organization's standards.

6. Monitors monthly productivity requirements for Supportive Housing Program personnel.

7. Reviews and submits travel/expense vouchers, approval of time and leave for employees supervised.

8. Completes annual performance evaluations for Supportive Housing Program personnel in a timely manner.

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• Maintain and provide liaison for state hospitals.

1. Provides monthly contact with state hospitals to coordinate state hospital discharges.

2. Completes screenings for group home openings and coordinates placement with Group Home Managers and Therapist.

3. Participates in the utilization review process.

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• Maintains and provides liaison and education for the Center, other agencies, and other community organizations.

1. Presentations are presented in an effective and professional manner.

2. Presentations are accurately targeted toward the audience.

3. Effectively serves as a positive advocate for Mental Health services in the area.

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• Maintains and improves professional skills.

1. Attends and actively participates in professional workshops and in-service training. 

2. Reads current professional periodicals.

3. Effectively utilizes people on staff for consultation.

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• Completes other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health, social services, or related field.

• At least two years of post-bachelor’s experience and a minimum of two years of managerial experience.

• Five years of mental health experience required.

• Two years of case management experience is preferred.

• Valid driver’s license in the State of Alabama, a clean driving record, and proof of personal automobile liability coverage.

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To apply or inquire, please send your CV via email to: recruiter@brightstreetsolutions.com