Assistant House Manager (Clackamas Co.)

Alternative Services Oregon•Milwaukie, OR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities? Join our team as an Assistant House Manager in the Milwaukie area, where your leadership skills will shine as you support the development of behavior support plans tailored to each client's unique needs. You’ll take on the exhilarating challenge of navigating challenging behaviors, fostering an environment where empathy and excellence thrive. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with a passionate team, promoting a culture of fun and adventure while ensuring that thorough documentation is maintained for every individual you serve. This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to be a pivotal part of a forward-thinking organization that values both its team and the individuals we support. As a team member, you'll be able to enjoy benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b), Life Insurance, Paid Time Off and On-Demand Pay. Experience the fulfillment of transforming lives and creating lasting change in a relaxed and energetic atmosphere! Alternative Services - Oregon, Inc.: Our Story We are dedicated to providing quality support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Alternative Services - Oregon, Inc. (ASI-OR) has one goal in mind: Supporting People to Experience Meaningful Lives. Day to day as aN Assistant House Manager As an Assistant Home Manager, you will embark on an exciting journey each day, dedicated to supporting young men with developmental and intellectual disabilities in a residential group home setting. Your role involves working side-by-side with staff to provide hands-on support and oversee daily routines while prioritizing the safety and well-being of everyone in the home. With the potential for challenging behaviors from some individuals, your ability to remain calm and consistent is crucial. You'll actively help de-escalate situations and follow behavior support plans, showcasing your leadership by modeling appropriate responses for your team. Balancing direct care, staff supervision, documentation, and problem-solving, you will play a vital part in maintaining a structured environment. While this role demands dedication and compassion, the impact you make on the lives of the individuals you support is profoundly rewarding, highlighting the importance of your unwavering commitment to excellence and empathy.

Requirements

Leadership skills.
Ability to remain calm and consistent when facing challenging behaviors.
Experience or working knowledge of supporting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
Ability to remain calm, professional, and safety-focused when responding to challenging or aggressive behaviors.
Strong understanding of de-escalation techniques and willingness to use trained safety interventions.
Exceptional leadership and coaching skills to guide and support Direct Support Professionals (DSPs).
Knowledge of behavior support plans, incident reporting, and documentation.
Ability to make sound decisions in high-stress or crisis situations.
Clear communication skills, both written and verbal.
Unwavering commitment to dignity, respect, consistency, and safety for the individuals served.

Responsibilities

Support the development of behavior support plans tailored to each client's unique needs.
Navigate challenging behaviors.
Collaborate closely with a passionate team.
Maintain thorough documentation for every individual served.
Provide hands-on support and oversee daily routines.
Prioritize the safety and well-being of everyone in the home.
Actively help de-escalate situations and follow behavior support plans.
Model appropriate responses for the team.
Balance direct care, staff supervision, documentation, and problem-solving.
Maintain a structured environment.