What are the responsibilities and job description for the Group Home Manager - adults w/ developmental disabilities position at SARAH-Tuxis?
The SARAH Tuxis Agency supports adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
The Group Home Manager located in Madison, CT, will oversee the daily operations of one of our group homes. Group home has three male residents with varying intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Position will oversee the full operation of the home; as well as manage, train, and schedule staff (1 Assistant Manager, 5 Direct Support Staff). Previous management experience in this industry required.
The Group Home Manager Must:
- Model a person centered philosophy and provide leadership to Direct Support Professionals and Assistant Manager.
- Reliably respond to all on-going matters and keep in continued communication with supervisors/agency personnel, care givers and/or guardians, medical professionals, case workers, etc.
- Effectively document via electronic platform (Therap Services) the day-to-day activities, behavioral and/or medical data, finances, and on-going needs of each individual residing in the home; as well audit and ensure direct support staff are completing all required daily shift documentation.
- Have a working knowledge of applicable state and federal systems effecting the individuals we support (DDS, DSS, Social Security, HUD, etc.)
- Demonstrate team leadership and participate in the LON Assessment, IP Development, support strategies, and Outcome Development.
- Be able to be flexible and work weekends if needed.
- Ensure that protocols and regulations as dictated by the Agency are supported, adhered to that his/her home is in compliance at all times.
Training and Certifications:
- A Bachelor's degree is preferred but comparable field experience is taken into consideration.
- Must be able to obtain CPR, First Aid and state Medication Certifications.
Job *Requirements:*
- Bachelor's Degree Preferred
- Valid Connecticut Driver's License, Registration, and Insured Vehicle
- Proof of Employment Eligibility
- Able to obtain CPR, First Aid and state Medication Certifications
- Ability to demonstrate leadership skills
- Be comfortable using technology and online documentation platforms
- Ability to be flexible
- Ability to work weekends
- Carries an agency phone and is able to access calls and emails daily
- Ability to lead a team and make independent decisions
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $57,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Management: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Madison, CT 06443 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Madison, CT 06443: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $57,000