What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential House Manager position at Odyssey Youth Services?
**Summary:**
The Residential House Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations of a level 3 residential group home for adolescents, ensuring the safety, well-being, and development of residents. This role involves supervising staff, managing the facility, implementing program activities, and fostering a supportive and therapeutic environment.
**Responsibilities:**
1. **Staff Supervision:** Provide leadership and direction to residential staff, including scheduling, training, and performance management.
2. **Resident Care:** Ensure the physical, emotional, and psychological needs of residents are met through individualized care plans and interventions.
3. **Program Implementation:** Develop and implement programming to support residents' social, emotional, and behavioral development, in alignment with treatment goals.
4. **Facility Management:** Oversee the maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of the group home, including coordinating repairs and inspections as needed.
5. **Case Management:** Collaborate with external agencies, therapists, and families to coordinate services and support for residents.
6. **Crisis Intervention:** Respond to crisis situations effectively, implementing de-escalation techniques and following established protocols for managing emergencies.
7. **Documentation and Reporting:** Maintain accurate records of resident progress, incidents, and interventions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and agency policies.
8. **Staff Training:** Provide ongoing training and professional development opportunities for residential staff to enhance their skills and knowledge.
9. **Budget Management:** Manage the group home budget, including monitoring expenses, forecasting needs, and ensuring financial accountability.
10. **Community Engagement:** Build positive relationships with community partners, stakeholders, and local agencies to support the mission and objectives of the group home.
**Qualifications:**
- Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field (preferred)
- Minimum of [insert number] years of experience working in a residential treatment setting with adolescents
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively manage a team
- Knowledge of adolescent development, trauma-informed care, and behavior management techniques
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements and best practices for residential group homes
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and maintain confidentiality
**Physical Requirements:**
- Ability to lift and carry up to [insert weight] pounds
- Stamina to stand, walk, and move around the facility for extended periods
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
**Note:** This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for the Residential House Manager position. Duties and requirements may vary depending on the specific needs of the group home and the population served.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $15.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $15
