What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Group Home Manager position at Our House, Inc.?
The mission of Our House, Inc. is to provide healthy, stimulating and inclusive environments for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through community residences, employment services, innovative day programs, social opportunities and related support services designed to help them achieve their full potential for living meaningful and productive lives.
Description:
The Assistant Site Manager supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities with activities of daily living, community inclusion and in learning independent living skills in group homes or apartments and assists the Site Manager in managing the residence and supervising staff. The Assistant Site Manager assumes the Site Manager's responsibilities during the Site Manager's absence.
Position Schedule: Monday-Thursday: 3pm-11pm & Sunday: 9am-4pm
Job Responsibilities:
- Support residents in developing independent living skills such as nutrition, hygiene, money management, and social skills.
- Assist residents with personal care, including hygiene and medical needs.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all residents.
- Administer medications and maintain accurate documentation.
- Promote community integration for residents.
- Attend staff meetings and complete required training sessions.
- Advocate for residents' rights and individual needs.
- Maintain precise and up-to-date records.
- Drive agency vehicles to transport residents to medical appointments and community events during your shift.
- Assist with supervising residential staff: provide training, assign tasks, monitor performance, and offer input on evaluations. Communicate staff needs or changes to the Site Manager.
- Support Site Manager with home/apartment management: maintain resident logs, assist with social and recreational planning, handle budgeting and spending, ensure maintenance of the home and vehicle, and facilitate weekly house meetings.
- Aid in residential development by helping set and achieve resident goals, collaborate with the Site Manager to develop resident goals through the Interdisciplinary Team and the IHP/ISP process.
- Track residents' progress toward IHP/ISP goals and document daily progress notes.
- Complete assignments given by the Site Manager.
Physical/Mental Demands:
- Must ensure safety
- Physical ability to assist residents with mobility and personal care
- Good judgment and problem-solving skills
- Able to work and think independently
- Lift/Force Requirement Weight: Constant 10 lbs; Frequent 25 lbs; Occasional 50 lbs
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Our House Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these factors.
We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact us at HRdepartment@ourhousenj.org.
Requirements:- A valid driver’s license with a good driving record
- Own transportation to and from work and between work sites
- Minimum of high school diploma or GED equivalent
- Must be 21
- Must be able to attend and pass and maintain agency provided (Paid) trainings
- Demonstrated ability to enter notes for services and billing in an electronic health records system
- Intermediate to advance proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Must be able to provide Professional References during the Application Process
