Residential Manager, Best Buddies Living

Best Buddies International • New Brunswick, NJ

136d • $45,000

About The Position

The residential manager will coordinate all operations and activities of the residence, including team supervision, acting as agency/community liaison, directing resident training, tracking outcomes and assisting participants in realizing their goals of independent living. Salary Plus Housing are provided.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least five years progressive experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
• Strong understanding of residential living protocols.
• Previous independent or transitional living program experience.
• Strong initiative, drive for results, and self-assessment skills.
• Ability to lead individuals and teams in setting and achieving challenging goals.
• Strong project management skills including planning, analysis, decision making, and problem solving.
• Willingness to multitask.
• Highly dependable and lead by example.
• Ability to adapt communication style to fit the situation and facilitate cross-departmental strategies.
• Strong persuasive writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to exert influence, inspire others, and articulate the mission, goals, and activities of Best Buddies with passion and enthusiasm.
• Adaptable and able to quickly and effectively develop and balance multiple relationships.
• Strong written communication and project/time management skills, including attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic understanding of social media and familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Engaging and comfortable meeting new people and addressing sensitive issues.
• Comfortable with frequent local travel, use of personal cell phone, and working evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Access to an automobile with applicable insurance.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Senior Director, Best Buddies Living to develop program strategy at the house, including personalized resident support plans, program events, house meetings, parent engagement, and overall house maintenance.
• Support residents in accessing community activities, cultural activities, and necessary transportation logistics as outlined in the resident's support plan.
• Offer active support based on the resident's support plan in areas such as healthy lifestyles, personal care, home maintenance, effective self-advocacy, decision making, financial literacy, budgeting, community integration, and support with social networks.
• Follow the expansion plan to reach recruitment numbers of new residents by target date of move-in.
• Execute marketing plan to promote Best Buddies Living in their area to reach goal number of applicants.
• Oversee and support residents with their daily schedules and coordination of their schedules.
• Lead in the coordination and implementation of events, meals, activities, and meetings.
• Complete progress notes and participate in support plan meetings as applicable.
• Communicate with families and parents as needed.
• Follow all Best Buddies Living policies and procedures as stated in the Best Buddies Living handbook, BBI Safety handbook, and all trainings.
• Complete all trainings and certifications required for Best Buddies Living.
• Provide direct guidance or participation to the extent desired by the resident.
• Support residents with their goals for independence as stated in their annual support plan.
• Support residents to communicate their preferences, choices, and needs.
• Perform house management functions including training residents in housekeeping, assisting in laundry, planning meals, and groceries.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and generous benefits program including financial security, health and wellness, and time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree