Group Home Administrator

Jfmh; Auburn (ME); On-site; USD 47,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

JFM seeks a Program Administrator to lead a team of direct support professionals and coordinate services for individuals with developmental disabilities in a safe, empowering home environment.

You will oversee daily living routines, health and safety, budgeting, and staff development while ensuring compliance and high-quality care. A bachelor’s degree or 4+ years with supervision is required, along with a Maine driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Services (or related field) or 4+ years in the field with supervisory experience.
• Valid Maine Driver’s License with clean driving record for at least 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of direct support professionals and coordinate services.
• Oversee daily living routines, including personal care, nutrition, and habilitation training.
• Ensure health & safety, scheduling medical care, medication management, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and manage individual habilitation plans and maintain documentation.
• Represent JFM professionally in home and community settings.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

GED or better

HS diploma or better

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Central Office Adult
9102
Auburn, ME 04210, USA

• On-site
• Travel Required : Yes
• Salary : $47,028.80 USD per year
• Manager
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: GROUP001176

Description

Are you a compassionate leader ready to make a real impact?
JFM is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Program Administrator to join our team of professionals who are passionate about empowering individuals with developmental disabilities. As a Program Administrator, you’ll be at the forefront of creating a safe, respectful, and empowering home environment where every person served can thrive and lead a fulfilling life.

What You’ll Do:

As the Program Administrator, you’ll wear many hats—and every one of them makes a difference.

• Lead with Purpose
  Provide guidance and direction to a team of direct support professionals and coordinate services that support individuals with developmental disabilities, often managing complex emotional, physical, and psychiatric needs.
• Support Daily Living
  Oversee daily living routines—from personal care and nutrition to habilitation training and community involvement—ensuring the people we serve live with dignity, autonomy, and opportunity.
• Promote Health & Safety
  Maintain a safe and healthy home by implementing agency safety protocols, scheduling medical care, managing medication, and ensuring compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards.
• Manage with Care
  Organize and lead your team with accountability, mutual respect, and professional excellence. This includes scheduling, team development, performance appraisals, training, and compliance monitoring.
• Build Community & Relationships
  Foster respectful and inclusive communication with individuals, families, state agencies, and care providers. Promote a sense of belonging both within the home and the greater community.
• Drive Excellence
  From coordinating habilitation plans and maintaining pristine living environments to managing budgets, payroll, and staff documentation—you’ll ensure quality, consistency, and compassion in everything you do.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise daily operations of residential programs

Develop and manage individual habilitation plans

Oversee nutrition, healthcare, behavior supports, and safety plans

Train and mentor staff to meet compliance and care standards

Maintain accurate and timely documentation and reports

Represent JFM with professionalism in the home and community

Ensure homes are clean, well-maintained, and up to code

Provide on-call support and fill in as needed

What You Bring:

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services (or related field), or 4+ years in the field with supervisory experience

Skills: Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal communication skills

Technical Proficiency: Comfortable with Microsoft Office and digital documentation systems

Licensing: Valid Maine Driver’s License with clean driving record for at least 3 years

Extra Credit: Experience working with DHS/BDS and familiarity with state regulations

Why Join JFM?

At JFM, you’re not just filling a role—you’re fulfilling a mission. We value innovation, integrity, and the power of human connection. Here, you’ll find a collaborative team, robust training opportunities, and the chance to truly shape lives for the better.

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $47,028.80–$53,268.80 annually, depending on qualifications, experience, education, and other job-related factors. Eligible employees are also offered a comprehensive benefits package.

Travel Required

Yes . Lewiston/Auburn area

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelor Degree or better in Social Work or related field.

General Educational Development or better.

High School Diploma or better.

Experience

Required

4 years: Experience working directly with persons with developmental disabilities, with some involvement in the supervision or management of employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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