HOUSE MANAGER-FULL TIME

Athelas Institute, Inc.•Towson, MD

About The Position

The House Manager assists with daily operations at a residential home to meet the needs of the individuals supported. The position oversees staff scheduling and development, supports implementation of person-centered and care plans, coordinates medical care, and helps maintain a safe, clean, adequately staffed home. The House Manager may provide personal care and medication support, communicate with individuals, staff, families, and advocates, and may be assigned to other locations or duties as needed by the Residential department.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
At least 1 year of supervisory or peer-training experience.
Current driver's license and ability to meet agency driving requirements.
Willingness and ability to drive individuals supported to appointments, community activities, and other places.
Ability to walk, stand, and sit for up to 8 hours.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds or more depending on the individual supported, using safe lifting and turning techniques or assistive devices.
Ability to demonstrate Mandt System physical interventions and techniques, including assisting a person to stand, ambulation assistance, physical releases, and physical restraints.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or bachelor's degree.
DDA core competencies, Mandt Systems training, CPR/First Aid, and MTTP.
Experience working with people with IDD/DD.

Responsibilities

Participate in interviewing, selecting, orienting, and training Direct Support Professionals.
Manage staff schedules and ensure adequate staffing in accordance with DDA service authorizations.
Recommend staff performance improvement plans, provide feedback and coaching, and issue verbal and written disciplinary actions according to agency policies and procedures.
Make recommendations regarding staff training needs, suspension, and termination.
Hold monthly team meetings and provide supervision to staff who need additional support.
Schedule medical appointments in a timely manner and ensure individuals receive appropriate medical care in collaboration with the nursing department.
Implement prescribed and recommended treatments in accordance with regulations and agency policies and procedures.
Inform the supervisor of program developments, especially emergency situations, and complete assigned follow-up activities in a timely manner.
Foster positive, professional relationships with individuals supported, staff, parents, and advocates.
Ensure adequate food supplies, cleanliness of the home, and completion of required paperwork, including shift checklists.
Implement Person-Centered Plans, Behavior Support Plans when applicable, and Nursing Care Plans.
Provide personal care support as needed, including assistance with bathing, changing, eating, and transferring.
Check and respond to emails daily and participate actively in scheduled meetings.
Obtain and maintain Medication Administration Certification through the Maryland Board of Nursing; administer and document medications according to state and agency requirements using eMAR and the DDA nursing delegation model.
Complete and maintain required DDA, state, and company training, including CPR/First Aid, Mandt System, and Certified Medication Technician training.
Use agency electronic systems for communication, time and attendance, progress notes, and incident reports.
Encourage opportunities for decision-making, self-help activities, and daily planning.
Drive individuals supported to appointments, community activities, and other destinations to support community integration.
Work at other locations or perform other duties as requested to meet the needs of the Residential department and organization.