House Manager-Full Time

Athelas Institute • Columbia, MD

1d

About The Position

Assists with daily operations at the home to meet the needs of the individuals we support. Schedule: Flexible schedule requiring one weekend shift

Requirements

• High School Diploma required; Associates (AA) or Bachelor’s (BA/BS) degree’s preferred.
• At least 1 year of supervisory or peer training.
• Must have current Driver’s License and meet the agency driving requirements.
• Must be willing and able to drive individuals we support to appointments, community activities, and other places to support community integration.
• Applicant must be able to walk, stand, and sit for up to 8 hours.
• Person must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. or more based on assigned supported person (using health and safety lifting / turning techniques or assistive devices).
• Applicant must be able to successfully demonstrate all Mandt Systems training physical interventions and techniques, to include assisting supported person to standing, providing assistance with ambulation, physical releases, and physical restraints.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred DDA core competencies, Mandt Systems Training, CPR / First Aid, MTTP
• Experience working with people with IDD/DD preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Participates in interviewing, selection, on the job orientation and training of Direct Support Professionals.
• Manages staff schedules, ensures that the house has adequate staffing in accordance with DDA service authorizations.
• Makes recommendations related to staff performance improvement plans, provides feedback and coaching.
• Provides verbal and written disciplinary actions according to agency policies and procedures.
• Makes recommendations related to training needs, suspension and terminations.
• Hold monthly team meetings and supervisions with staff that need additional support.
• Responsible for the scheduling of all medical appointments in a timely manner.
• Ensure that all persons supported access appropriate medical care in collaboration with nursing department.
• Implements all prescribed/recommended treatment in accordance with regulations and agency policies and procedure.
• Informs supervisor of all developments within the program, especially any emergency situation.
• Completes all assigned follow-up activities as requested and in a timely manner.
• Foster positive, professional relationship with supported person, staff parents, and advocates.
• Ensures that food supply is adequate at all times.
• Ensures that houses are kept clean and staff are completing all related, necessary paperwork including shift checklists.
• Responsible for the implementation of all Person-Centered Plans, Behavior Support Plans (if applicable), and Nursing Care Plans
• Provide personal care supports if needed. Including assistance with bathing, changing, eating and transferring.
• Check and respond to emails daily to maintain proper communication.
• Obtain and maintain Medication Administration Certification through the Maryland Board of Nursing.
• Administer and document medications pursuant to State and Agency requirements. All medication is completed through an eMAR. Medication administration follows the DDA nursing delegation model.
• Complete and maintain required trainings in accordance with DDA/State/Company regulations. This includes, and is not limited to, CPR/First-Aid, the Mandt System, and Certified Medication Technician course .
• Attend and actively participate in all scheduled meetings.
• Staff will be required to utilize agency electronic systems for communication, time and attendance, progress notes, incident report filing, etc.
• Encourage opportunities for decision making, self-help activities, and daily planning.
• May be assigned to other locations to meet the needs of the Residential department.
• All other duties that may be requested by Director.

Benefits

• Health, Vision, Dental, supplemental coverage through Aflac.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company Paid: Short / Long Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement, Jury Duty
• 403B plan, Employee Credit Union (SECU)
• Paid DDA and new hire training's, Paid Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certification
• Paid Medication Administration Training dependent on Full or Part time status

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees