Residential Manager - Youth I/DD

SERV Behavioral Health System • Burlington, NJ

8d • $59,068 - $59,068 • Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Manager provides on-site direct behavioral health care to youth with developmental disabilities in a residential setting. The role oversees home operations and includes staff supervision, operational administration, home management, therapeutic intervention, documentation, and treatment plan development.

The manager provides daily structure and coverage at the residence, supervising and assisting with living skills, personal care, case management, medication auditing, transportation, crisis management, and recreational activities. The position communicates significant behavioral changes and notable incidents to designated supervisory personnel, serves as a liaison and advocate for community resources, and maintains a safe, therapeutic environment in accordance with safety standards, government regulations, and corporate policies. The manager also cooperates with the Office of Licensing and Division during inspections or investigations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 3–5 years of experience with youth with IDD challenges, or an unlicensed master’s-level practitioner with 1 year of experience.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Valid driver’s license in the state of residence.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must be able to complete a physical, drug screen, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site direct behavioral health care services to clients with developmental disabilities in a residential setting.
• Oversee home operations, including staff supervision, operational administration, home management, therapeutic intervention, documentation, and treatment plan development.
• Provide daily structure and coverage to the residence.
• Supervise and assist with living skills, personal care needs, case management, medication auditing, transportation service, crisis management, and recreational activities.
• Communicate significant behavioral changes and notable incidents to designated supervisory personnel.
• Act as a liaison and advocate for community resources.
• Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment while adhering to safety standards, government regulations, and corporate policies.
• Cooperate with the Office of Licensing and Division in inspections or investigations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager