128-01 Assistant Residential House Manager

Venture Community Services Inc•Sturbridge, MA

1d•$20 - $21

About The Position

The Assistant Residential House Manager is responsible for the general daily care of program individuals/service recipients and primary program service delivery. The role reports to the Residential House Manager and assumes that manager’s responsibilities during their absence. It is compensated hourly and includes programmatic supervision of Direct Support Professionals, support for individuals’ personal, medical, social, educational, and recreational needs, and coordination of day-to-day program operations. The assistant may be assigned additional responsibilities such as individual advocacy, safety oversight, and Healthy Eating Officer duties. The position is full-time for 40 hours per week. The listed schedule is Monday 12 p.m.–10 p.m., Tuesday 2 p.m.–11 p.m., Wednesday 2 p.m.–11 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m.–9 p.m. The posting states a pay rate of $19.50–$21 per hour, paid training, and a $1,000 sign-on bonus. The role requires schedule flexibility, including overtime, sleepover coverage two to four nights weekly, and night-awake coverage as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of experience in a residential program.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime, sleepover coverage two to four nights weekly, and night-awake coverage as needed.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to identify and report issues, follow instructions, and manage priorities.
Ability to exercise judgment that does not jeopardize individuals’ health and safety.
Effective time-management skills.
Ability to advocate for and establish rapport with people with disabilities, their families, coworkers, and service providers.
Ability to collaborate with the Residential House Manager on necessary issues.
Availability by telephone for daily contact.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree preferred.
Daily use of a car on site is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement individual service plans (ISPs), behavior plans, and assessments, including participation in creating and implementing behavior plans.
Serve as programmatic supervisor to Direct Support Professionals.
Communicate program information to Direct Support Professionals, parents, guardians, and day programs as designated by the Residential House Manager.
Oversee individual accounts and the house budget as directed by the Residential House Manager.
Ensure monthly fire drills are completed in accordance with DDS regulations.
Identify program renovation and repair needs and follow through on vehicle maintenance needs.
Attend meetings with other agencies and the Department of Developmental Services as requested by the Residential House Manager, and attend assigned annual and semi-annual reviews.
Prepare weekly staff meeting agendas addressing individual-centered and programmatic issues.
Coordinate and assist with planning individuals’ leisure and recreation time.
Perform all Residential House Manager functions in the manager’s absence and communicate with administrative personnel about day-to-day program operations.
Maintain program standards outlined in the DDS Mission Statement, Survey and Certification Tool, and Performance Based Objectives.
Maintain records and document daily data.
Educate, supervise, and monitor individual self-medication programs.
Educate and train individuals on goals and objectives specified in their ISPs.
Educate and assist individuals with meal preparation, food shopping, finances, banking, receipts, purchasing, and recordkeeping.
Educate, transport, accompany, and supervise individuals in or to their places of worship.
Physically assist individuals with transfers and carries, including ambulatory and non-ambulatory individuals; provide emergency escort or restraint and assistance with bathing and personal hygiene, including lifts and supports for individuals weighing 150–250 pounds.
Implement agency policies and procedures, maintain confidentiality and a positive demeanor, and manage multiple priorities.
Promote cost effectiveness by monitoring usage of utilities such as electricity and telephone service.
Complete Supervisors Training.
For assigned advocate duties, advocate for a person living in the home, prepare the advocate agenda, and lead related staff meeting discussions.
Prepare data and documentation for end-of-month submission and ensure records are complete, neat, and in proper order.
Ensure individuals’ medical, dental, personal, and social needs are met.
Perform safety checks of the home, van, and grounds using the safety checklist; report findings at staff meetings and attend quarterly Safety Committee meetings.
Report general and seasonal safety issues and maintain an ongoing focus on safety and best practices.
When assigned Healthy Eating Officer duties, follow agency nutritional policies and training, participate in Food for Health training, prepare weekly menus consistent with dietary needs, lead healthy-eating discussions, maintain healthy pantry and freezer items, and model healthy eating practices.
Assist the Residential House Manager in evaluating Direct Support Professionals.
Coordinate and conduct staff meetings in the Residential House Manager’s absence.
Coordinate ongoing medical, dental, and psychiatric services as needed or directed.
Create the daily work schedule in the Residential House Manager’s absence and provide emergency coverage as necessary.
Implement staff recognition.
Maintain First Aid, CPR, MAP, and Safety Care certifications; complete Agency Orientation and program-specific training.
Complete required forms, questionnaires, and reports.