HOME MANAGER - Autism Residential Services

Judevine Center for Autism•Maryland Heights, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of people with autism and related disabilities? Then this could be the place for you!! POSITION SUMMARY: The Home Manager (Autism Residential Services) is responsible for assistance in the coordination, implementation, evaluation, and oversight of a specific home (ISL) in Judevine's residential program. He or she helps to ensure that the ISL follows guidelines set forth by funding agencies and accrediting bodies.

Requirements

Experience working with people with autism and/or related disabilities and challenging behaviors
Emerging leadership skills and wants to grow and succeed in their role
Excellent communication skills
Proven ability to maintain positive relationship with families, employers, and community members
The ability to apply Judevine training methodologies on the job
Dependable and reliable attendance
The ability to be flexible and the willingness to adapt to the needs of the program and the people supported
Dependable and reliable transportation, a current and valid driver's license, and valid auto insurance that meets minimum requirements of the state
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
At least three years of experience working with people with autism and/or related developmental disabilities.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Human Services field preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct instruction, support and supervision to ISL staff and residents both in the home and in the community.
Provide oversight and coordination of support and services within the ISL for all residents. This includes the writing of daily schedules, taking into account individual needs, scheduling medical appointments and follow up, menu planning, etc.
Oversee scheduling of direct care staff to make certain staffing patterns are upheld.
Assist in the planning, development and implementation of Individual Support Plans/Person Centered Plans and Behavior Development Plans for ISL residents.
Provide support and maintain open communication with resident's families.
Keep communication lines open between all members of each person's team.
Represent Judevine in a professional manner, not only in the community but also with other professional networks and at professional networking meetings.
Maintain daily and monthly paperwork neatly and accurately. Additionally, paperwork must be turned in according to deadlines given.
Train and provide on-the-job orientation and training to new Judevine employees.
Be on call as necessary for emergency situations and scheduling conflicts