Description
Job Summary:
The Group Home Manager will assess the clinical, financial and administrative needs of the EXCEPTIONAL residents we serve. This position also ensures that proper standards and regulations are followed, and that all quality standards for the residents in the group home are being met. Additional responsibilities include managing, scheduling and training staff and working with appropriate agencies to assist our residents to be as independent as possible.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong creative skills
Strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Essential Responsibilities:
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Role modeling professionalism
Develop positive relationships with LIFE residents, families, and staff
Daily documentation of activities/goals performed
Effectively manage LIFE email account
Complete required training as assigned
Assume designated management responsibilities for the LIFE Group Home as assigned by the Program Director
Develop activities to assist residents to achieve ISP’s and goals
Complete payroll and plan for staff coverage
Coordinate and monitor all employment and volunteer placements
Coordinate activities involved in completing all assessments and evaluations for all residents according to individual
Submit and review written personnel goals, agreed upon with residents, to Program Director according to individual program
Coordinate all transportation needs for and with residents
Read all resident logs daily for follow-up needs and action
Consistently monitor staff recordings entered in the daily house/program log
Provide and oversee money management system in place for all residents
Create and or delegate and follow-up on healthy meal plan and grocery shopping for the home
Oversee and arrange for all routine maintenance and acute medical and dental care for all residents, including recording of all medical and dental appointments
Implement monitoring system of daily/weekly schedules for all residents
Consistently monitor MAP certified staff through observation and follow-up
Administer and manage medication of residents as needed
Liaison with other LIFE departments and state agencies as required
Ensure and safeguard individuals’ human dignity, rights and liberties
Adhere to all LIFE Policies and Procedures
Attend and participate in staff meetings, training and development as needed
Intervene verbally and physically with individuals during behavior incidents
Attend PABC training and implement strategies within the home
Other duties as determined by Supervisor or Director
Preferred Education and Experience:
Experience with individuals with intellectual disabilities or vulnerable population preferred.
College Degree preferred in Human Services field or similar.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment:
Ability to lift up to 50 Pounds as needed
Ability to stand for extended amounts of time
Requirements
Additional Requirements:
Able to pass all required LIFE pre-employment screening requirements:
Acceptable reference checks from previous employers
Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI)
Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC)
Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Fingerprint-Based Criminal Background Check
Motor Vehicle Driving History - acceptable to LIFE’s insurance carrier
Able and willing to complete all in person and on-line training assigned by LIFE
