Assistant Manager

Tender Care LLC; Ocean Township (NJ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Tender Care LLC is seeking an Assistant Manager to support individuals with developmental disabilities in Ocean County, NJ. Candidates should have a strong background in supervising staff, excellent communication skills, and 3+ years of experience in the field. The role includes managing residential operations and providing direct care, alongside various administrative responsibilities.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older.
• Minimum 3 years of experience providing and supervising programs for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate operations of residential homes.
• Supervise Direct Support Professionals (DSP).
• Develop and implement house menus and individual activity plans.

Skills

Strong supervisory skills

Strong computer skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Strong oral communication

Strong written communication

Creativity

Problem-solving ability

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D

Bachelor's degree (Highly Preferred)

Job description

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Base pay range

$34.00/hr - $35.00/hr

Tender Care is a DDD service provider. We are looking for an Assistant Manager that has excellent experience with clients with challenging behaviors to support individuals with developmental disabilities in the Ocean County, NJ area. Job descriptionConditions:Works at the location of supervised home(s),May provide emergency coverage (Some Holidays)Must always be on-callQualifications:Must be 21 years or olderHigh school diploma or G.E.D (Bachelor's Highly Preffered)Driver’s License must be valid in the state of New JerseyMinimum 3 years of experience providing and supervising programs that are in service to individuals with developmental disabilitiesCOVID-19 Vaccination RequiredSkills:Strong supervisory skillsStrong computer skills organizational skills and attention to detailStrong oral and written communication skillsCreativity and problem-solving abilityExcellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with DDD community, families, directors, and agency personnel--Must work well with a teamSupervises: Direct Support Professionals (DSP)Duties:The Group Home Manager is responsible for planning and coordinating the operations of the residential homes so that the personal needs, preferences, and goals of the resident are effectively met. This includes scheduling shifts for the Direct Support Professionals, keeping supplies and food stocked, coordinating and attending medical appointments and or activities. Professional communication and appropriate language, whether written or oral, is essential in everyday activities. This communication may be with any person involved in the life of the individuals living in the home; Family members, Staff or DDD or DHS personnel. Ingenuity and creativity must be utilized when determining the best training methods, assistance and support for an individual.Essential Job Functions:Depending on the needs of the individuals and the programs, additional duties may be assigned. When the Program Manager is absent from the program, you are responsible for working with the Executive Director (ED) to determine how the work will be completed. Unless otherwise stated, do not delegate these tasks without permission from your ED.In addition to your Direct Support Professional duties, you are responsible for the following tasks as an Assistant Manager (Residential):Develops and maintains an interactive relationship with each resident that reflects values and principles held by Tender Care.Develops and maintains a positive and supportive relationship with subordinates. Coordinates service provision within the community in conjunction with the case manager to meet the individual needs of residents and to achieve each resident’s ISP goals.Reviews all task analyses and documented client training forms.Develops and implements house menus, individual and group recreational activity plans.Identifies and implements strategies for maximizing the inclusion of residents in the life of the community.Provides direct care to residents as needed, including the provision of emergency coverage to the group home.Prepares and submits monthly medication orders for each resident. In the absence of the Direct Support Professional, when necessary, may administer medication and documents in compliance with Tender Care’s policies and procedures which adhere to DHS guidelines. In the absence of the Residential Director, monitors compliance with DHS guidelines for medication administration and documentation.Accompanies all residents on medical appointments and coordinates follow up visits.Orients new residents to basic safety practices in the group home and ensures that emergency drills are conducted as required.Manages critical documentation - this includes, but is not limited to, Daily Shift Notes, Critical Logs and Community Based/Individual Supports Logs.Conducts physical inspections of the residential programs.Supervises of the following matters:Staff management,Staff issues,Incident management.Develops and maintains weekly schedules for residential staff members. This includes liaison with Tender Care’s payroll and finance team.Manages first aid kit checks - this includes home and van kits.Manage fire safety tasks:Perform fire drills (once a month),Check and sign all program fire extinguishers tags,Manages the residents’ inventory list(s) (every 6 months).Participates in tasks pertaining to annual licensing requirements.Performs household maintenance.Makes copies of all necessary paperwork.Completes all DDD required training and continues to improve skills through training required by Tender Care.Cooperates with Tender care and Department of Human Services (DHS) staff during any inspection, inquiry, or investigation.Communicates with ED regarding any injuries within the allotted time frame.Job Type: Full-timePay: $34.00 - $35.00 per hourBenefits:401(k) matchingHealth insuranceLife insurance Schedule:8 hour shift: 8:00am-4:00pmMonday to FridayOn callWeekends as needed Ability to Relocate: Ocean, NJ Township Work Location: In person

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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