RESIDENT DIRECTOR

JOB DESCRIPTION

DIVISION: Georgia Sheriffs Youth Homes

JOB TITLE: Resident Director

REPORTS TO: Director of Childcare

JOB SUMMARY:

The Resident Director is responsible for the all divisions and operations of a designated campus. It is his or her responsibility to see that all areas operate in a smooth and efficient manner. The Resident Director must at all times represent Georgia Sheriffs Youth Homes in a professional manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. The care of the children is the foremost responsibility of the Resident Director. It is the responsibility of the Resident Director to make sure that all children receive the best care possible. The Resident Director is the final authority concerning children. All matters concerning the welfare and proper care of the children are his/hers. The Resident Director is the final line of discipline and decision making pertaining to children.
2. The Resident Director is responsible for all operations of a campus. He/she insures that staff performs their duties in accordance with Georgia Sheriffs Youth Homes policies and procedures.
3. The Resident Director is responsible for staffing of campus positions.
4. Responsible for the supervision of the Social Service Coordinator.
5. The Resident Director is accountable for public relations and insures that staff represents Georgia Sheriffs Youth Homes in a positive manner throughout the community.
6. Submits annual budget, adheres to the budget, approving incoming and outgoing financial transactions.
7. Maintains an active Board of Trustees. Arranges Trustee meetings and presents all necessary reports.
8. Supervises office staff, insures that office hours are maintained and that office employees perform their duties appropriately and professionally.
9. Supervises food service staff if applicable.
10. Makes sure that all state reports are issued in a timely manner including USDA reports, water and sewer reports, fire safety reports and AFDC invoice reports.
11. Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of all buildings and facilities on campus.
12. Ensures that all requirements for state licenses are being met.
13. Organizes and participates in all Fundraising Events.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. A masters degree from an accredited college or university in the area of social sciences, social work, childhood education, or business or public administration or a related field plus two years of experience in the field of child care;
2. A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in the area of social sciences, social work, childhood education, or business or public administration or a related field plus four years of experience in the field of child care;

PHYSICAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Due to the nature of the House Parent position, documentation from a licensed physician that employee can physically perform the duties is required within 30 days of employment. Employees must be able to perform all duties of a House Parent. The following physical requirements are necessary in order to meet the physical demands of the job:

1. Must be able to drive a vehicle.
2. Must be mobile; able to walk, stand, lift (up to 30 pounds), carry, reach , climb and stoop.
3. Must be physically able to perform household chores within the cottage: cleaning (including mopping, sweeping, dusting, lifting objects) and cooking (including purchasing food, preparing food and cleaning kitchen).
4. Must be physically able to drive children to and from doctors appointments, school functions and other activities.
5. In case of a medical emergency involving a child, staff must be able to lift or move the child and to perform CPR and First Aid.
6. Must be able to see, talk and hear.

*Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned