Assistant Manager Residential - Direct Care

The Price Center; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Sick days

Health insurance

Vision & dental insurance

HSA contributions

403(b) retirement plan

Scholarship programs

Job summary

The Price Center in Newton, MA is seeking an Assistant House Manager to support daily operations within our residential program for adults with developmental disabilities. You will work closely with the House Manager to promote a safe, person-centered home environment and to support residents, staff, and program needs.

Responsibilities include directing Direct Support Professionals, coordinating service plans and routines, assisting residents with daily living, and ensuring timely documentation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or five years of relevant experience in human services, intellectual/developmental disabilities, or a related field.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to lift and support an individual’s body weight with assistance from another employee, as needed.
• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and willingness to drive an agency vehicle.
• Must meet Massachusetts CORI background check requirements.
• Current MAP Certification and First Aid certification are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily guidance, coaching, and support to Direct Support Professionals.
• Support individualized service plans, household routines, staff scheduling, onboarding, and training.
• Assist residents with daily living activities, independence-building, budgeting, appointments, and health-related needs.
• Maintain timely documentation and professional communication with families, guardians, providers, and community partners.
• Conduct and document safety drills and help maintain a safe, organized home environment.
• Plan and support educational, recreational, and community activities that promote independence, inclusion, and personal choice.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Driving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or five years experience

MAP Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Assistant House Manager

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The Price Center is seeking a dedicated Assistant House Manager to support daily operations in our residential program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role works closely with the House Manager to promote a safe, respectful, person-centered home environment while supporting residents, staff, and program needs.

About The Price Center:

The Price Center is a mission-driven organization serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through residential and community-based services in Newton and Needham. We help residents build independence, develop skills, and participate meaningfully in daily life.

Summary:

The Assistant House Manager helps oversee staff support, resident care, documentation, health and safety needs, household routines, and communication with families, guardians, providers, and the residential team.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or five years of relevant experience in human services, intellectual/developmental disabilities, or a related field.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to lift and support an individual’s body weight with assistance from another employee, as needed.
• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and willingness to drive an agency vehicle.
• Must meet Massachusetts CORI background check requirements.
• Current MAP Certification and First Aid certification are required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide daily guidance, coaching, and support to Direct Support Professionals.
• Support individualized service plans, household routines, staff scheduling, onboarding, and training.
• Assist residents with daily living activities, independence-building, budgeting, appointments, and health-related needs.
• Maintain timely documentation and professional communication with families, guardians, providers, and community partners.
• Conduct and document safety drills and help maintain a safe, organized home environment.
• Plan and support educational, recreational, and community activities that promote independence, inclusion, and personal choice.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful work supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Rewarding residential setting focused on dignity, independence, and quality care.

Benefits:

• Generous paid time off and separate paid sick days.
• Employer-paid life, long-term disability, and AD&D insurance.
• Health, vision, and dental insurance with substantial employer contribution.
• Health Savings Account with employer contributions for eligible employees.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Scholarship and tuition remission programs.

New Hire Bonus:

• $2,500 for full-time MAP certified new hires and $1,000 for part-time new hires.
  • Eligible after successful completion of the 90-day introductory period and paid in two installments at 3 and 6 months.
  • Terms and conditions apply.

This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor.