Job Description
Alternatives, Inc. in Somerset, NJ is looking to hire a full-time Assistant Group Home Manager to support adults with developmental disabilities and help oversee supervised apartment operations. Are you looking for a full-time job where you can make a positive difference in your community ? Are you passionate about the rights of individuals with developmental disabilities to live with dignity and respect? Are you interested in growth opportunities within the Human Services DD field? If so, read on!
We pay a competitive wage of $22.00/hr ($24.00 on weekends) . We also offer great perks including paid training, annual raises, mileage reimbursement, staff appreciation events, employee recognition awards, health and wellness fairs, and offer eligibility for a federal student loan forgiveness program.
Most importantly, you have the opportunity to change live & build futures! If this sounds like the perfect part-time job for you, apply today!
ABOUT ALTERNATIVES, INC.
For over 40 years, Alternatives, Inc. has been dedicated to providing the best in support services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as those with mental illnesses. Our services include residential, behavior support, support coordination, and recreation. We strive to enable our clients to reach their highest level of independence and integration into the community using our person-centered philosophy.
We have seen great growth in the past few years, which has stretched our coverage area to include Warren, Hunterdon, Morris, Union, Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean Counties. This expansion would not be possible without our dedicated staff members. That is why we offer competitive compensation and generous benefits and perks .
Schedule for the Assistant Manager is as follows:
Sun, off
Mon, off
Tue, 8am - 4pm
Wed, 8am - 4pm
Thurs, 1pm - 9pm
Fri, 1pm - 9pm
Sat, 8am - 4pm
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN ASSISTANT GROUP HOME MANAGER
As the Assistant Group Home Manager, you begin each shift ready to help adults with developmental disabilities live their best lives as independently as possible. You have made it your mission to ensure the comfort and safety of each client. In our residential group home, you assist our residents with activities of daily living such as administering medication, cooking meals, performing personal hygiene, and transportation to medical appointments.
You also assist in the implementation of individual behavioral plans. Using effective teaching and mentoring techniques, you teach them new skills and help them achieve goals. Based on each individual's preferences and behavioral plans, you encourage their interests and drive them to community outings and recreational activities. You are happy to help them find greater access to the community. You are conscientious about reporting any concerns about their health and safety and keeping documentation accurate and up-to-date.
In addition to the above-mentioned direct care job duties, the Assistant Group Home Manager is closely involved with the operations of the group home. You will assist the Group Home Manager with things such as staff scheduling, budgeting, communication with doctors' offices and parents/guardians, perform fire drills, and more. Your past experience as a Direct Support Professional has prepared you for this opportunity!
Some aspects of this job are not easily accomplished but at the end of each shift, knowing your clients are happy makes you feel great about the work you do!
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in a group setting is strongly preferred for the temporary Assistant Group Home Manager position, but not required . As long as you are compassionate, have strong communication and interpersonal skills, are able to remain calm and professional in challenging situations, and want to make a difference, you may be perfect for this full-time opportunity !
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
If you feel that you are right for this full-time Assistant Group Home Manager position, apply now with our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application !
Alternatives, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
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