Assistant House manager

WORK Inc.; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

WORK Inc. is seeking an Assistant House Manager in Andover, MA. This full-time role supports five adults in their own homes by promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.

The position requires implementing individual service plans and facilitating a normal community residence environment for individuals with developmental and/or physical disabilities. A valid MA driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Special Education, Social Work, or related field.
• Active enrollment in a related degree program or 1+ year related experience.
• Massachusetts Driver's License and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing maximum independence and self-worth for participants.
• Ensure smooth program operation when House Manager is off duty.
• Design and implement skill acquisition and behavior management programs.
• Prepare quarterly service plans, notes and treatment plans.
• Provide on-the-job supervision to staff when needed.
• Maintain accurate records for participants’ caseloads.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education / Special Education / Social Work or related field

Job description

Position: Assistant House Manager

Schedule: Full time position / Must be Flexible (Day and Evening)

Location: Andover, MA

Hourly Rate: $25/hr.

WORK Inc., one of New England’s most progressive providers of services to adults with disabilities is seeking applications for Assistant House Manager positions in our residential programs. We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and life experience. We are seeking a full time who will support 5 individuals served in their own home by promoting independence, while empowering and enhancing their quality of life.

The Assistant House Manager is responsible for implementing individual service plans and for facilitating as normal an atmosphere and routine life as is possible in the community residence for individuals with developmental and/or physical disabilities.

Essential Functions

• Assists in the development of maximum independence, responsibility, and self-worth.
• Smooth operation of the program when the House Manager is off duty.
• Integration of Quality of Life ideals into daily management and future program development.
• Assesses program participants independent living skills.
• Designs and implements skill acquisition and behavior management programs for consumer case loads.
• Collects necessary data to demonstrate the effectiveness of training programs, design data collection forms.
• Prepares and implements written quarterly individual service plans, progress notes and treatment plans.
• Provides on-the-job supervision to CTS when the House Manager is not on duty.
• Maintenance of records for program participants on caseloads in a timely and complete manner.
• Provides guidance and support to program participants, as needed.
• Meets regularly with program participants vocational case managers, families, therapists and other support staff to assure a coordinated and consistent programming.
• Participates in the DDS ISP process.
• Assesses consumer needs for supportive services and making referrals to the appropriate agency as necessary.
• Makes arrangements for periodic and as needed medical and dental care.
• Assists program participants in using community resources.
• Designs and implements money management programs for all program participants.
• Attends regular house meetings, staff meetings and individual supervision.
• Attends in-service training programs.
• Ensures the cleanliness maintenance of building and grounds.
• Ensures staff coverage and provide coverage when needed.
• Obtains Human Rights Officer and Fire Safety Officer Certifications.
• Carries out duties as assigned by House Manager/Residential Director.
• Assists manager also required to sign the Community Training Specialist Job Description.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with WORK Inc.s company policy and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees.
• Planning, assigning, training and directing work.
• Addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Special Education, Social Work, or related field or one plus years related experience and actively enrolled in a related degree program.
• Possession of a valid Massachusetts Drivers License and access to a vehicle in accordance with WORK INC policy.
• An acceptable CORI and SDIP.

WORK INC is an equal employment opportunity employer and encourages individuals with disabilities and Veterans to apply.