Group Home Assistant Manager

Description

The Group Home Assistant Manager is responsible for assisting the Group Home Manager in overseeing the Group Home’s household, staff, and program operations. They work as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in the Group Home with additional responsibilities to support the Group Home Manager. 

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and monitor Group Home Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in the implementation and execution of Individual Prescriptive Plans (IPP) and all related programming
• Assist QIDP and Group Home Manager in the planning of instructional activities designed to meet coordinated IPP goals and objectives. This shall include implementation of activities recommended by ancillary staff
• Assist QIDP and Group Home Manager in the planning and implementation of other ICF/MR Federal Regulations, Medicaid and/or Fire Marshall required activities
• Participate in annual case conferences and/or staffing for clients with other appropriate members of the interdisciplinary team
• Maintain and submit all necessary documentation in IPPs: behavior tracking, incident reports, personal assistance sheets, time cards, t-logs, medication records, and other documentation as requested to ensure compliance with agency and state policies and procedures,
• Maintain assigned property to include, but not limited to, indoor, outdoor and vehicle maintenance 
• Supervise and monitor medical needs of clients including, but not limited to: scheduled appointments, emergency procedures, surgeries, medication administration, aftercare instructions, and the planning and arrangement of these things
• Attend all in-service, program, and agency meetings, as required
• Ensure accountability for cost center expenditures
• Demonstrate teamwork with staff and clients in the agency
• Work with Group Home Manager to be on-call, as needed, for emergencies during non-traditional work hours
• Must perform DSP duties, as needed, in addition to assisting the Group Home Manager
• Other duties as assigned by the director, manager, or designee

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged standing and frequent movement.
• Must be able to lift/move up to 60 pounds at times, 120 pounds with assistance.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent ability to navigate, implement, and troubleshoot technology.  
• Valid Driver’s license and Auto Insurance

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma
• Experience with developmentally disabled population 

Benefits to all Employees:

• Accrued Time Off
• Partial Holiday Pay
• Partial Paid Birthday off!
• Employee discounts (Verizon phone plans & YMCA membership)
• Employee referral program
• Pay On Demand Option (UKG Wallet)
• FSA accounts
• Paid Mileage
• Employee recognition events
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Extensive training
• Flexible Hours
• CPR/First Aid training 

Additional Benefits to Full-Time Employees:

• 401K w/ 5% company matching
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid day off on Birthday!
• PTO
• Pay On Demand Option (UKG Wallet)
• HSA Accounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Casual Fridays
• Supplemental Insurance (short term disability, cancer plans, life insurance and more)

About Opportunity Enterprises Founded in 1967, we are a nonprofit organization that strives to help individuals with developmental disabilities reach their greatest potential and live full, enriching lives. Our vision is to create a fully integrated community where life for persons with developmental disabilities is valuable, purposeful, and fulfilling. We believe it is possible to make a positive difference in the lives of the individuals we serve by accepting people as they are and supporting them in achieving their fullest growth and development. We know that well-trained and motivated staff is at the core of helping us achieve our vision. Our employees work hard to ensure that our clients are heard and given the resources they need to be self-sufficient. To show our appreciation, we strive to provide a positive work environment that encourages innovation and change to help our employees continuously learn and grow.Make a difference today! Please fill out our brief application and– we’ll be in touch soon!!