Home Manager

Evergreen Life Services is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

Title: Home Manager

Reports To: Program Coordinator

Classification: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Created: May 16, 2014

Job Summary

Responsible for assisting with the operations of one/two supported living homes under the supervision of the Program Coordinator and the general direction of the Area Supervisor/State Executive Director.

Essential Job Functions

• Schedule medical appointments and follow-ups.
• Monitor medications, which includes reviewing MARs to assure accuracy, ordering medications, and discarding unused or expired medications.
• Coordinate/follow up with other professionals, i.e. PT, OT, SLP, and Nutritionist.
• Follow up with medical recommendations and ensure the Program Coordinator is aware of any recommendations.
• Ensure that all medical forms are completed in full before leaving the physician’s office, i.e. physical, dental, consultations, lab reports, quarterly psychology reviews, etc.
• Ensure documentation of phone contacts with medical providers and other professionals.
• Ensure that all food, supplies, and equipment are properly stored and cared for, such as cleaning and medical supplies as well as proper maintenance of vehicles used for transportation of consumers.
• Ensure the home is clean and sanitary at all times, which includes care and maintenance of the home and grounds.
• Maintenance of Evergreen vehicles, i.e. cleaning, fuel, and routine maintenance of vehicles used for transportation, which includes oil changes, brakes, tires, etc.
• Assure the individual(s) served are free of abuse, neglect, and mistreatment, which includes making sure accident reports, incident reports and medication error reports are completed.
• Provide input to the Program Coordinator regarding the performance of direct care staff.
• Work unscheduled shifts as needed at the request of the Program Coordinator, or assist the PC in locating suitable staff to fill shifts.
• Monitor consumer petty cash, budget requirements, and expenditures
• Ensure an appropriate amount of petty cash is kept in the individual(s’) home and keep track of receipts.
• Monitor individual spending.
• Monitor individual food stamps.
• Review and complete written reports relating to the assignment, which include documentation checklists, weekly summaries, monthly reviews, etc.
• Ensure that all policies, rules, and regulations are followed and any violations are reported to the Program Coordinator.
• Monitor individual(s) served transportation requirements.
• Resolve problems at hand in the absence of specific instructions from management related to the individual(s) served.
• Assist the Program Coordinator in the maintenance and documentation of individual(s) served specific training.
• Any other duties required by the needs of the individual(s) served.
  
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE/JOB KNOWLEDGE

• A combination of education or experience equivalent to a two (2) year degree in one of the behavioral sciences or experience in supporting individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office applications.
• Working knowledge of Google Workspace.
• Aptitude to learn other software programs as required for this position.
  
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Constantly moves about to coordinate work.
• Regularly works in a fast-paced environment with multiple task deadlines.
• Regularly moves and positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally exposed to viruses and infectious conditions.
• Constantly alert and observant during working hours.
  
  
  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or medical conditions to perform essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Will have direct reports.
  
  
  

Special Requirements

• May be required to attend seminars or job-related training courses.
• Must have understanding, patience, and tact in dealing with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Must have the ability to maintain good working relationships with Evergreen staff and with contacts from other agencies or entities.
• Must be able to prioritize work tasks.
  
  
  

EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES

• Must have a good driving record that meets the minimum requirements for Evergreen and reliable transportation.
• Must pass a drug screen and criminal background check.
• May be asked to work some evenings when required.
  
  
  

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• May be required to work in a variety of settings and environments, both indoors and outdoors.