Group Home Manager - Residential Services

The Arc Ocean County Chapter

Brick Township (NJ)

On-site

USD 53,000 - 72,000

Full time

15 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Arc Ocean County Chapter in Brick, New Jersey is seeking a Group Home Manager to lead a Community Living residence and support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

You will direct daily operations, recruit and coach Direct Support Professionals, ensure IHP-aligned services, coordinate healthcare and community resources, and maintain licensing readiness while promoting safety, respect, and independence.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED is required.
Minimum of two years experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting.
Valid New Jersey driver’s license with no more than five points.
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
Ability to supervise employees with a person-centered approach.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays and participate in on-call rotations.

Responsibilities

Direct the daily operations of an assigned Community Living residence while maintaining quality, person-centered services.
Establish a home environment that promotes safety, respect, independence, and individual choice.
Monitor program activities to follow agency policies and regulatory standards.
Identify and address operational issues promptly while maintaining continuity of services.
Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate Direct Support Professionals and supervisory staff.
Develop staff schedules and provide coaching and guidance to strengthen skills.
Ensure services align with each individual's IHP and coordinate healthcare, behavioral, therapeutic, and community supports.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Decision making

Flexibility

On-call rotations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Lead a Home. Develop a Team. Make a Difference Every Day.

The Arc of Ocean County is looking for a Group Home Manager to lead a Community Living residence in Brick, New Jersey, supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

As the person responsible for the day-to-day direction of the home, you'll have a direct influence on the environment individuals live in and the team that supports them. You'll lead and develop staff, coordinate services, oversee operations, and make sure the residence remains a safe, welcoming place where individuals can exercise choice, build independence, and work toward their goals.

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys leading people, solving problems, organizing moving parts, and building a strong team—while knowing that the work ultimately comes back to the quality of life of the people who call the residence home.

Position Details

Location: Brick, New Jersey

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $62,753.60 annually

Paid On-the-Job Training Provided

Create a Strong Residential Environment

Direct the daily operations of an assigned Community Living residence while maintaining quality, person-centered services
Establish a home environment that promotes safety, respect, independence, and individual choice
Monitor program activities and practices to ensure they follow agency policies and regulatory standards
Identify and address operational issues promptly while maintaining continuity of services

Build & Support Your Team

Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate Direct Support Professionals and supervisory employees
Develop staff schedules that provide appropriate coverage and respond to program needs
Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and guidance to help employees strengthen their skills
Foster a team environment built around collaboration, accountability, and quality service

Make Individual Goals Part of Everyday Life

Ensure services and supports are provided in accordance with each individual's Individual Habilitation Plan (IHP)
Coordinate healthcare, behavioral services, therapeutic supports, and community-based resources
Encourage individuals to participate in meaningful employment, education, recreation, and community opportunities
Maintain effective relationships with families, guardians, support coordinators, and interdisciplinary team members

Keep Services Safe & Compliant

Oversee required records, medication systems, communication logs, and program reports
Maintain the residence's readiness for licensing reviews, inspections, audits, and quality assurance activities
Ensure program practices meet applicable DDD, DHS, DCF, Medicaid, and other regulatory requirements
Investigate concerns, follow through with corrective actions, and identify opportunities to strengthen program quality

Oversee the Business of the Home

Manage household budgets, purchasing, inventory, and other operating expenses
Complete administrative reports, payroll approvals, and required records accurately and within established timelines
Monitor available resources and promote responsible, efficient management of the residence
Take on additional leadership responsibilities that support the success of Residential Services

The Difference You'll Make

A residential manager has the opportunity to influence two things every day: the experience of the individuals who live in the home and the experience of the staff who support them. By creating structure, developing employees, addressing challenges, and keeping individual goals at the center of decisions, you'll help create a residence where people can feel at home while working toward greater independence.

You'll also have the support of a collaborative leadership team and opportunities to continue developing your career within The Arc of Ocean County.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED
Minimum of two years of experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting
Valid New Jersey driver's license with no more than five (5) motor vehicle points
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and decision-making skills
Ability to effectively supervise employees while maintaining a person-centered approach
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays and participate in an on-call rotation as required
Ability to meet the physical demands associated with residential services

Preferred Experience