What are the responsibilities and job description for the Group Home Manager position at The Arc of Central Alabama?
Job Title: Group Home Manager
Location: Birmingham, Alabama
Employment Type: Full-time
About Us: The Arc of Central Alabama is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our mission is to provide comprehensive support and services that help individuals live their most independent and fulfilling lives. We offer a variety of programs including residential support, day programs, employment assistance, early intervention, and behavior management.
Job Description: Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)? Join our team as a Group Home Manager. In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of group home facilities, ensuring the health, safety, and development of both residents and staff. Your leadership will be instrumental in creating a supportive and nurturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facility Management: Oversee the daily operations of assigned group homes, ensuring overall health, safety, and development.
- Relationship Building: Create meaningful relationships with individuals served and implement person-centered support plans.
- Service Plan Implementation: Develop and implement individual service plans in collaboration with the team.
- Supervision: Independently supervise all functions of the group home, including staff and residents.
- Scheduling: Schedule staff shifts and approve earned time, ensuring adequate coverage.
- Community Engagement: Schedule and participate in various community outings with residents.
- Administrative Duties: Maintain group home facilities and perform necessary administrative tasks.
- Transportation: Transport individuals served to appointments and community activities.
- Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Education: High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree in human services or related field preferred.
- Experience: Demonstrated experience working with individuals with IDD preferred; supervisory experience preferred.
- Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills.
- Flexibility: Must be flexible with hours and available on-call daily for assigned homes.
- Requirements: Reliable transportation, valid Alabama driver’s license, and ability to pass pre-employment screening.
Physical Requirements:
- Frequent lifting, standing, walking, driving, pulling, restraining, and walking up and down stairs.
- Ability to perform outdoor physical activities.
Benefits:
- 401(k) and 401(k) matching
- Dental Insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedules Available:
- 10-hour shift
- 12-hour shift
- 8-hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Join Us: If you are dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with IDD and have the skills and experience to manage a group home effectively, we invite you to apply for the Group Home Manager position. Join us in our mission to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live their most independent and fulfilling lives.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $14.57 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
Ability to Relocate:
- Irondale, AL 35210: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15
