Assistant Residential Manager - Adult Program

The Guild for Human Services; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health benefits (medical, Rx

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan after 2 years of...

Job summary

The Guild for Human Services is seeking a Residential Supervisor to join our team at Waltham 1 House in Waltham, MA. You will oversee daily operations, supervise staff, and ensure a safe, supportive living environment for residents.

Ideal candidates have an Associate's degree (or higher) and proven supervisory experience in direct care. MAP certification within 90 days is required. Competitive benefits and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Two years of direct-care supervisory experience or similar.
• MAP (Medication Administration Program) certification or willingness to obtain within first 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Work as a member of a team to maintain a clean, safe, positive living environment for each individual who lives at the residence.
• Act as Shift Supervisor; directly supervise all staff in the assigned residence while on shift
• Provide supervision of all individuals while under his/her care.
• Monitor staff performance, assist in yearly evaluation process.
• Ensure employees adhere to all policies/requirements of The Guild for Human Services.
• Ensure all staff implement positive behavior supports and individual behavior support plans
• Attend training as required.
• Assist nursing in taking individuals to Doctors’ appointments.
• Monitor all individuals’ medications and coordinate with nursing if orders are needed.
• Monitor and ensure that all individuals receive their prescribed medication, and that the medication administration record has been completed correctly each day.
• Administer and record medications as directed during training.
• Ensure all residential documentation including logs and Incident/Accident (IA) reports are completed.
• Plan and implement community activities for individuals in the residence.
• Monitor individual and house expenditures.
• Develop and implement residential meal preparation including menu development, grocery shopping and cooking that is inclusive of all student who live in the home.
• Attend individual’s team meetings as requested.
• Manage the day to day functions of the residence including crisis interventions, on-call notifications, on-shift parent/guardian communication, and individuals programming.
• Ensure the implementation of all individualized programming in accordance with each IEP and daily activity schedule.
• Ensure the accurate and timely collection and summation of individuals’ and house data.
• Implement and record fire drills to ensure the health and safety of the individuals who live in the home.
• Ensure the cleanliness and upkeep of the home and vehicles.
• Ensure the implementation of all Guild Adult Residential Services policies and procedures.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Administrative skills

Education

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday

Brief Description

Waltham 1 House

Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday

Mission

The mission of The Guild for Human Services is to educate, encourage and empower individuals with intellectual disabilities so they may achieve their full potential to lead high-quality lives and participate meaningfully in the community.

At The Guild you can join a workforce of creative, dedicated, and passionate employees working every day to enhance the lives of youth and adults with intellectual disabilities and other challenges.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Work as a member of a team to maintain a clean, safe, positive living environment for each individual who lives at the residence.
• Act as Shift Supervisor; directly supervise all staff in the assigned residence while on shift
• Provide supervision of all individuals while under his/her care.
• Monitor staff performance, assist in yearly evaluation process.
• Ensure employees adhere to all policies/requirements of The Guild for Human Services.
• Ensure all staff implement positive behavior supports and individual behavior support plans
• Attend training as required.
• Assist nursing in taking individuals to Doctors’ appointments.
• Monitor all individuals’ medications and coordinate with nursing if orders are needed.
• Monitor and ensure that all individuals receive their prescribed medication, and that the medication administration record has been completed correctly each day.
• Administer and record medications as directed during training.
• Ensure all residential documentation including logs and Incident/Accident (IA) reports are completed.
• Plan and implement community activities for individuals in the residence.
• Monitor individual and house expenditures.
• Develop and implement residential meal preparation including menu development, grocery shopping and cooking that is inclusive of all student who live in the home.
• Attend individual’s team meetings as requested.
• Manage the day to day functions of the residence including crisis interventions, on-call notifications, on-shift parent/guardian communication, and individuals programming.
• Ensure the implementation of all individualized programming in accordance with each IEP and daily activity schedule.
• Ensure the accurate and timely collection and summation of individuals’ and house data.
• Implement and record fire drills to ensure the health and safety of the individuals who live in the home.
• Ensure the cleanliness and upkeep of the home and vehicles.
• Ensure the implementation of all Guild Adult Residential Services policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Associate's degree preferred
• At least two years of experience in a direct-care facility, preferably in a residential setting with a similar population; education may be substituted for one year of experience
• Ability to demonstrate supervisory and administrative skills
• Undergo background record check process
• MAP (Medication Administration Program) certification or the ability to obtain MAP certification within first 90 days of employment

Summary

Why Should You Apply: As a member of our team, you will be surrounded by an exceptional group of talented staff that is transforming the lives of the people we serve every day. Staff members at The Guild are passionate about their work and appreciate the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of the individuals we serve.

The Guild Offers

• Excellent health benefits-medical, dental, vision. We believe our benefits package is one of the most competitive.
• Employer contribution to retirement plan after 2 years of employment
• Generous paid time off
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions
• Opportunities for professional development and growth