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Area Director - Jefferson City

Boone Supported Living, LLC, Jefferson City, Missouri, United States, 65109

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Area Director – Jefferson City Boone Supported Living (BSL) Full-Time | Salaried | Reports to Executive Director Primary Service Area: Jefferson City, Missouri

Boone Supported Living is seeking a mission-driven, results-oriented

Area Director

to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across our residential programs in the

Jefferson City, Missouri region .

This role serves as the primary operational leader for our Jefferson City homes and teams. The Area Director ensures high-quality services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) while maintaining compliance, developing leaders, and strengthening community partnerships.

If you lead with ownership, communicate clearly, and believe accountability and compassion can coexist, we'd love to connect.

About the Role The Area Director oversees Professional Managers and residential teams within the Jefferson City service area. This position is responsible for:

Operational leadership of all Jefferson City ISLs

Regulatory compliance and inspection readiness

Team performance and development

Crisis management and follow-through

Medical oversight and documentation compliance

Community and stakeholder relationships in the Jefferson City region

You will serve as the key liaison between Executive Leadership and the Jefferson City management teams, families, guardians, and state partners.

Key Responsibilities Regional Leadership – Jefferson City

Provide direct oversight to Professional Managers serving Jefferson City homes

Maintain consistent field presence across Jefferson City ISLs

Build strong working relationships with local Support Coordinators, Regional Office staff, nursing teams, and community providers

Ensure all Jefferson City programs are inspection-ready at all times

Leadership & Team Development

Coach and develop Professional Managers

Provide accountability and performance feedback

Support managers during service monitoring and state inspections

Ensure DSP training on ISPs, BSPs, crisis plans, and certification standards

Operations & Compliance

Ensure Jefferson City programs meet all DMH and regulatory requirements

Review and resolve APTs, EMTs, investigations, and corrective plans

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in Therap

Oversee emergency drills and compliance audits

Medical Oversight

Ensure medical appointments, labs, follow-ups, and documentation are completed

Monitor compliance for annual screenings and physician orders

Oversee medication records and nursing audit follow-ups

Communication & Stakeholder Relations

Serve as point person for Jefferson City families and guardians

Communicate staffing and budget needs to recruiting, scheduling, and accounting

Maintain regular communication with Executive Director and leadership team

Navigate difficult conversations professionally and confidently

Property & Program Standards

Ensure Jefferson City ISLs and company vehicles meet safety and cleanliness standards

Maintain state inspection readiness

Monitor food safety practices and property upkeep

Program Development

Assist in development of new ISLs within the Jefferson City region

Facilitate transitions for new individuals entering residential services

Support ISP development and measurable outcomes

Monitor progress toward individual goals

On-Call & Field Expectations

Participate in on-call rotation as assigned

Conduct regular in-person visits across Jefferson City homes

Attend weekly leadership and management meetings

Hold weekly 1:1 meetings with Professional Managers

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of management experience in IDD or related human services (Professional Manager/QDDP level or above preferred)

Minimum 10 years supporting individuals with IDD, preferably within DMH waiver services

Strong understanding of Missouri regulatory and service monitoring processes

Experience with Therap or similar EHR systems preferred

Proven leadership, coaching, and crisis management skills

Ability to work independently while maintaining strong executive communication

Must obtain and maintain required certifications

What Success Looks Like in Jefferson City

Homes consistently pass service monitoring and inspections

Professional Managers are developed, accountable, and supported

Individuals demonstrate measurable ISP progress

Communication across departments is proactive and clear

Crisis situations are handled quickly and effectively

Why Join BSL? At BSL, we believe every person has a life worth living. Our Jefferson City team is growing, and this role is critical to maintaining excellence while expanding responsibly.

If you are ready to take ownership of a region and lead with purpose, we encourage you to apply.

Must be able to pass Family Care Safety Registry and criminal background check

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