Description

The Group Home Manager oversees the daily operations of assigned group homes, ensuring the health, safety, and development of individuals served. This role includes supervising staff, implementing person-centered support plans, managing schedules, and maintaining the home environment. The manager also facilitates community outings and ensures compliance with agency policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of assigned group homes, ensuring overall health, safety, and development.
• Create meaningful relationships with individuals served and implement person-centered support plans.
• Develop and implement individual service plans in collaboration with the team.
• Supervise all functions of the group home, including staff and residents.
• Schedule staff shifts and approve earned time, ensuring adequate coverage.
• Schedule and participate in various community outings with residents.
• Maintain group home facilities and perform necessary administrative tasks.
• Transport individuals served to appointments and community activities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.

Requirements

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in human services or related field preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with IDD preferred; supervisory experience preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Must be flexible with hours and available on-call daily for assigned homes.
• Reliable transportation, valid Alabama driver's license, and ability to pass pre-employment screening.

Skills & Competencies

• Leadership and team supervision.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Time management and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage home operations and ensure compliance.
• Compassionate and person-centered approach.

Working Conditions

• Frequent lifting, standing, walking, driving, pulling, restraining, and walking up and down stairs.
• Ability to perform outdoor physical activities.

Summary

Diversity, Inclusion, and Equal Opportunity Statement
The Arc of Central Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under federal or state law. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage veterans and individuals from underrepresented communities to apply.
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If you're passionate about supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply and become part of our mission-driven team.