What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager in Training position at Pathfinder?
Description
Company: Pathfinder
Location: Huntington, IN
Category: Disability Services
Starting Wage: $19.50/hr
Hours: Mon-Fri 10a-6p flex (40hr)
Job Code: HUNT615
As a Manager in Training, you will be immersed in all residential managerial duties, including group home and waiver operations. Working closely with current managers, you'll learn to uphold Pathfinders core values and policies while using Person-Centered Thinking (PCT) as a guiding principle in service delivery. Your role involves assisting with completing job duties, providing training, and filling in during manager absences to maintain service continuity.
In addition to coordinating with Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to ensure adherence to Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and weekday activities, you'll collaborate with all departments to support persons served according to their ISPs. Your responsibilities include maintaining residential finances, participating in team meetings, and implementing corrective action plans in response to internal and external audit findings. You'll also promote natural support systems, attend required training, and ensure consistent stakeholder communication.
Furthermore, you'll oversee medication administration, home maintenance, and documentation while promoting informed choice, person-centered planning, and empowerment among DSPs and persons served. Collaborating with the Call Center, you'll ensure adequate staffing coverage for quality services in residential homes. Through your leadership and training, you'll contribute to the excellence of service delivery and support the achievement of residential program objectives.
Pathfinder is dedicated to strengthening people and strengthening communities through the inclusion of people of all abilities.
Benefits: (if applicable)
- Competitive pay and paid training
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Growth opportunities
- Paid Time Off/ Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Employer Paid - Basic Life, STD, LTD
- 403(b) Retirement Plan- Employer match up to 5%
Pathfinder Perks – We Care About YOU:
- Virgin Pulse Wellness Platform Incentives available to all employees
- Employer-Sponsored Financial Benefit through PayActiv
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free Sessions for employees and Immediate household members
- Free Pathfinder Kids Clinic – provides healthcare for babies, children, and adolescents in the community who have a minor illness.
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Person Center Thinking Training
- Verizon Wireless Discount
- YMCA Discount
Pathfinder Values:
People First – Integrity - Contribution – Growth – Empowerment
Requirements
Preferred Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum of a high school diploma/GED.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Basic language, written, and computer skills necessary for communication and documentation.
- Demonstrated ability to support people with disabilities.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule if needed.
- Crisis prevention, intervention, and teaching skills.
- Valid driver’s license, insured vehicle, and safe driving record.
- Ability to speak, hear, and read the English language.
- Ability to run, squat, stoop/bend, kneel, climb stairs, lift up to 50 pounds, push, and pull against potential resistance.
- Implement non-physical and approved physical interventions and CPR with people supported when needed.
- Have adequate vision, writing, and documentation skills to perform the job's essential functions.
Salary : $20
