Group Home Manager- Residential Services

The Arc of Somerset•Manville, NJ

2d•$0 - $49,005•Onsite

About The Position

The Group Home Manager at The Arc of Somerset County is responsible for managing all operations and activities of the residence. This includes staff supervision, acting as an agency/community liaison, directing resident training and programming, and facilitating family support.

Requirements

HS Diploma or GED required.
One year experience providing direct services to developmentally disabled persons is required.
One year of staff supervisory experience in a disability service provision setting is required.
Experience in a community residential setting is required.
Valid NJ, NY, PA Driver’s license

Responsibilities

Acts as liaison, advocate and coordinator for consumer involvement in support groups, self-advocacy, vocational programming, transportation services, integrated community activities, recreation and learning independent living skills.
Fosters open and supportive communication with consumers, families, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), Bureau of Guardianship Services and other community organizations and agencies.
Oversees all consumer medical, medication and health issues.
Monitor all staff performance management, including performance reviews and developmental plans, disciplinary actions, etc., for all program staff as scheduled.
Ensure operational practices align with DDD standards.
Ensure completion/submission of all required daily, bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports as scheduled.
Coordinate all aspects of program financial procedures including monitoring of utility use in accordance with agency and DDD's policies.
Oversee maintenance of the physical plant and vehicles to include cleanliness, decor, safety issues, emergency situations; practice preventive maintenance; ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
Other duties as required by the nature of the position or as requested by supervisor.