Area Manager

Dungarvin • Baton Rouge, LA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Area Manager is responsible for providing managerial oversight and operation of a segment of group homes. This position is also responsible for personnel, program, coordination of services and supports and the maintenance of high-quality service and supports to vendors, persons served and other stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is a requirement of the role
• Must have prior management /supervisory experience
• Must possess sound decision-making and communication skills; be responsible, professional, and flexible.
• Good communication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience providing support and services to individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or developmental disabilities preferred pr part of the long term care system

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure that services are in compliance with licensure and regulation standards.
• Management/supervision of all personnel in designated area of responsibility. This role also provides indirect supervision for Direct Support Professionals.
• Coordinate staff training in licensing, and county standards, state standards, fire code and Medicaid regulations.
• Provide initial orientation and ongoing training for employees to assist them in developing and maintaining services and supports
• Provide oversight to process of ISP development
• Actively monitor overall staff-individual served interactions, individual served involvement in the community, home atmosphere, level of person-centered planning, and individuals exercising choice in their lives
• In conjunction with the Senior Director/State Director, be responsible for the budgetary/fiscal components of the programs
• Assume a leadership role in the development and implementation of organizational philosophy, policies and procedures
• Responsible for growth of the program and referrals.
• Promote a positive and professional attitude to others.
• Ensure compliance with licensing, certification and regulatory standards for all services provided under the assigned case load.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401 K plan with 3% employer match at one year of services
• Paid Time Off accrual - employees who work 40 hours in a 2-week period
• PTO Donation
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Scheduled pay increases
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mileage reimbursement
• T-Mobile, Verizon, Dell, and other National Brand Discounts
• Tap Check - access to 50% of your pay before payday
• Dedicated training department with paid training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager