Residential Program Manager

Description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.  

We are actively seeking an experienced Residential Program Manager in Toms River, NJ. The Program Manager leads a team to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This person will support teams with day-to-day operations and challenges to achieve programmatic goals. This position requires DDD residential managerial experience.

Starting pay is $53,000/per year 

Responsibilities  

• Manage staff schedules and ensure shifts are adequately staffed 
• Manage team performance through effective communication, training, performance management, staff meetings, and employee recognition 
• Develop and implement activity programs including the Meaningful Day curriculum 
• Communicate with the families and guardians of individuals we support as needed 
• Ensure individuals are supported per their ISP/PCP including medication management, meal planning, and behavior management 
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely 
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns 
• Manage relationships with the families and guardians of the individuals in our care 
• Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean, well maintained, and stocked with necessary supplies including groceries, medications, and cleaning supplies 
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned 
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation 

Minimum Requirements  

• Bachelor's degree preferred; High school diploma or equivalent required 
• Two years’ full-time work experience in supporting people with disabilities 
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record 
• Knowledge of state regulatory agency operations and standards relevant to supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities 
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing  

Working Conditions  

• Work in residential programs, day programs, and in the community 
• Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours 
• May be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staff

Why Community Options? 

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) 
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday 
• Generous PTO 
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs 
• 403b Retirement Plan 
• Incredible career growth opportunities 
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction 
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Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org 

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V  

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