Adult Residential Facility Assistant Administrator

Walk Of Life Residential Care Inc; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Leave

401(k)

Competitive salary

Job summary

Walk Of Life Residential Care Inc is seeking an Assistant Administrator to oversee daily operations of a Fairfield ARF facility. Must be ARF certified or eligible and hold DSP 1 or 2 certification, with strong leadership and regulatory knowledge.

You will supervise direct care staff, assist with resident assessments, IPPs, and ensure licensing compliance, safety, and high-quality care for adults with developmental or mental health needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in an Adult Residential Facility (ARF) or similar setting.
• Knowledge of California Community Care Licensing regulations and Title 22.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage and motivate a team of DSPs and caregivers.
• ARF Administrator certification or eligibility preferred.
• DSP 1 or 2 certification required.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification.
• Pass DOJ/FBI Live Scan background check and health screening/TB test.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Administrator in overseeing daily operations of the adult residential facility.
• Ensure compliance with state and local regulations governing ARF.
• Supervise, support, and coordinate direct care staff to maintain high standards of resident care.
• Assist with resident intake, assessments, and individualized service planning.
• Monitor resident health, safety, and well-being, escalating concerns as needed.
• Maintain accurate and audit-ready documentation, records, and reports per licensing requirements.
• Coordinate IPPs, medical appointments, and daily living support for adults with developmental disabilities or mental health needs.
• Track incident reports, conduct internal safety audits, and assist in licensing inspections.
• Support staff training, scheduling, and performance management initiatives.
• Participate in emergency on-call rotations to support staff and residents outside standard hours.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

ARF experience

California regs knowledge

DSP 1/2

CPR/First Aid

CPI

DOJ/FBI background check

Supervisory experience

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Benefits:

• Paid Sick Leave
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary

About the Role:

Walk Of Life Residential Care Inc is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Assistant Administrator to join our Adult Residential Facility team in Fairfield, CA. Applicant must be certified as an ARF Administrator (or eligible) and have DSP 1 or DSP 2 certification.

This is a meaningful opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of adults in a supportive residential care setting. If you're a motivated leader with a passion for quality care, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Administrator in overseeing daily operations of the adult residential facility
• Ensure compliance with state and local regulations governing Adult Residential Facilities (ARF)
• Supervise, support, and coordinate direct care staff to maintain high standards of resident care
• Assist with resident intake, assessments, and individualized service planning
• Monitor resident health, safety, and well-being, escalating concerns as needed
• Maintain accurate and audit-ready documentation, records, and reports in accordance with licensing requirements (i.e., California Community Care Licensing Title 22, Title 17 and Regional Center standards)
• Coordinate Individual Program Plans (IPPs), medical appointment, and daily living support for adults with developmental disabilities or mental health needs
• Track incident reports, conduct internal safety audits, and assist in licensing inspections
• Support staff training, scheduling, and performance management initiatives
• Participate in emergency on-call rotations to support staff and residents outside of standard business hours, cover opens shifts as needed

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

• Experience working in an Adult Residential Facility (ARF) or similar residential care setting
• Knowledge of California Community Care Licensing regulations and Title 22
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage and motivate a team of direct support professionals (DSP) and caregivers
• Certification or eligibility as an ARF Administrator preferred
• DSP 1 or 2 certification
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification
• Compassionate, patient, and resident-centered approach to care
• High school diploma/GED required
• 3+ years of supervisory or caregiving experience in an ARF or similar residential care setting
• Ability to pass a DOJ/FBI Live Scan background check and health screening/TB test

About Us:

Walk Of Life Residential Care Inc is a trusted provider of adult residential care services in Fairfield, CA, committed to empowering residents to live with dignity, comfort, and independence. Our residents and their families choose us for our compassionate, person-centered approach to care. Our team members thrive in a supportive environment where their work truly matters and every day brings the opportunity to change a life.