Company Overview

The Arc of Somerset County is dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. We provide a wide range of programs and services that enhance the quality of life for over 1,400 individuals across 33 locations, including group homes, employment centers, and community programs.

Job Posting Title

Group Home Manager - Residential Services

Job Type

Full Time

Location

Somerset County

Pay

$49,004.80 per year

Job description

A Group Home Manager @ The Arc of Somerset County manages all operations and activities of the Residence including staff supervision, acts as agency/community liaison, directs resident training and programming, and facilitates family support, etc.

Eligibility requirements

Valid NJ, NY, PA Driver’s license

Required degrees, skills, or experience

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• One year experience providing direct services to developmentally disabled persons is required.
• One year of staff supervisory experience in a disability service provision setting is required.
• Experience in a community residential setting is required.

Key roles and responsibilities

• Acts as liaison, advocate and coordinator for consumer involvement in support groups, self-advocacy, vocational programming, transportation services, integrated community activities, recreation and learning independent living skills.
• Fosters open and supportive communication with consumers, families, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), Bureau of Guardianship Services and other community organizations and agencies.
• Oversees all consumer medical, medication and health issues.
• Monitor all staff performance management, including performance reviews and developmental plans, disciplinary actions, etc., for all program staff as scheduled.
• Ensure operational practices align with DDD standards.
• Ensure completion/submission of all required daily, bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports as scheduled.
• Coordinate all aspects of program financial procedures including monitoring of utility use in accordance with agency and DDD's policies.
• Oversee maintenance of the physical plant and vehicles to include cleanliness, decor, safety issues, emergency situations; practice preventive maintenance; ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
• Other duties as required by the nature of the position or as requested by supervisor.

BENEFITS

• Health, Vision, Dental & Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Referral program
• Professional development assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location

In person

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