What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Group Home Manager position at ARC Morris?
Residential Manager
Locations include:
Hackettstown, NJ
Morris Plains, NJ
Morris Townshp, NJ
Pay: $50,000 to $55,000/year.
About ArcMorris
ArcMorris is a nonprofit human services organization that has supported individuals with developmental disabilities in Morris County, NJ, for over 70 years.
Our mission is to empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to make meaningful choices, live independently, and thrive in their communities.
Residential Manager Position Overview
The Residential Manager oversees the daily operations of a community-based residential group home. This role ensures a safe, person-centered, and supportive environment while supervising staff, managing individualized care plans, and maintaining compliance with all state and agency regulations.
If you’re a compassionate leader who values teamwork and wants to make a lasting impact in the lives of others, this position is for you.
Residential Manager Key Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
- Supervise daily operations of the residential group home.
- Promote safety, independence, and quality of life for residents.
- Manage and coordinate staff schedules, training, and performance evaluations.
- Arrange and provide transportation for residents as needed.
- Oversee health, behavioral, and therapeutic appointments and follow-up care.
- Collaborate with support staff to develop and implement Individualized Habilitation Plans (IHPs).
- Maintain accurate documentation and ensure DDD and licensing compliance.
- Supervise medication administration and documentation.
- Manage resident and household funds responsibly.
- Build positive relationships with residents, families, and guardians.
- Encourage community involvement, recreation, and inclusion.
- Attend required meetings, trainings, and licensing inspections.
Residential Manager Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred).
- Minimum one year of experience in direct care, residential, or group home services preferred.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of DDD regulations, licensing standards, and behavioral support plans preferred.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Must have experience with Behavioral Support
Why Work at ArcMorris
ArcMorris is more than a workplace — it’s a community that values compassion, teamwork, and professional growth.
Benefits include:
- 100% Employer-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision (single coverage after 90 days)
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance (disability, accident, critical illness)
- Legal Insurance (50% employer-covered)
- Employee Assistance Program (24/7 support)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan (up to 8% employer contribution after 1 year)
- Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, personal, holidays)
- Birthday Day Off (after 4 years of service)
- Flexible Spending Account (medical & dependent care)
- Training & Tuition Assistance
- Mileage & Meal Reimbursement
- Direct Deposit
- Employee Recognition Programs
Apply Today
Gene C. Rossi, Recruiter – ArcMorris
Phone: (973) 326-9750 x244
Email: Gene.Rossi@arcmorris.org
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Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Please tell us about your knowledge working with the DDD.
- Please tell us how many staff members you supervised in your current/last Group Home.
- When are you available to start?
- Have you ever applied or worked at ArcMorris? If so, which location or Program.
- Have you completed an ArcMorris application? If not, apply at ArcMorris.org/careers. You can enter “See Resume” for work history to avoid repeating details.
Education:
- Associate (Required)
Experience:
- managing a residential location serving the I/DD community: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Morris County, NJ (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $55,000