Residential Program Manager

Aspire • North Haven, CT

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About The Position

Aspire Living & Learning is seeking a motivated and dedicated Residential Program Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of a group home for adults with developmental disabilities. The manager ensures that supported individuals receive appropriate clinical and medical services and that operations comply with applicable DDS, funding agency, and state regulations. The role includes supervising and developing shift supervisors and direct care staff, monitoring staffing schedules, supporting clinical and ISP assessments, and taking on-call responsibilities as required. The manager also supports residents with daily living skills and their individual plans, administers medication when required, arranges training and consultation, follows budgetary guidelines, and works with the People Team on corrective action when necessary. The role is based at the North Haven, Ridge Road house and is listed as 40 hours per week, full-time, and exempt. Starting pay is $55,000 to $60,000 per year as stated in the posting.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience providing support to individuals with disabilities and challenging behaviors.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and at least 3 years of driving experience.

Nice To Haves

• Previous supervisory experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience using Therap is a plus.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of a group home for adults with developmental disabilities.
• Ensure supported individuals receive appropriate clinical and medical services.
• Mentor, develop, and supervise shift supervisors and direct care staff.
• Ensure adherence to DDS, funding agency, and state regulations.
• Maintain and monitor the staffing schedule.
• Assist with writing clinical assessments and oversee ISP assessments.
• Assume on-call responsibilities as required.
• Assist and instruct individuals in all aspects of their IP.
• Administer medication when required.
• Provide in-house and agency-contracted training and consultation services.
• Adhere to budgetary guidelines.
• Assist and instruct residents with daily living skills, behavioral and habilitative plans, and medical, psychiatric, and socio-emotional needs.
• Work with the People Team to plan and implement corrective action when necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED