Home Manager ( Community Group Home) Lafayette

Arc of Acadiana; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Training and advancement opportunities

Job summary

Arc of Acadiana in Lafayette, LA seeks a dependable Home Manager to oversee daily operations of Residential Community Group Homes and lead DSP staff in delivering person-centered support. You will supervise staff, ensure staffing coverage, uphold quality services, and maintain compliance with policies and licensing while promoting a safe, supportive home environment for individuals served.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong organizational and communication skills to coach staff

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in residential, healthcare, or human services setting required.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience required.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred.
• Valid driver’s license may be required.
• Strong leadership and team supervision skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain organization.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sound judgment and decision-making ability.
• Ability to coach, support, and hold staff accountable.
• Strong documentation and follow-up skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Direct Support Professionals and maintains staffing coverage to support quality services.
• Ensures compliance with policies, procedures, and licensing requirements.
• Collaborates with Residential leadership, QIDPs, nursing, maintenance, and other teams to promote continuity of care and a safe home environment.
• Provides hands-on leadership, responding to operational needs and supporting a positive work environment for staff and individuals served.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Residential setting

Leadership

Communication

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Position Summary

Arc of Acadiana is seeking a dependable, organized, and service-driven Home Manager to oversee the daily operations of assigned Residential Community Group Homes. This position plays a key leadership role in ensuring individuals receive safe, consistent, and person-centered support in a home environment.

Description

Arc of Acadiana is seeking a dependable, organized, and service-driven Home Manager to oversee the daily operations of assigned Residential Community Group Homes. This position plays a key leadership role in ensuring individuals receive safe, consistent, and person-centered support in a home environment.

The Home Manager is responsible for supervising Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), maintaining appropriate staffing coverage, supporting quality services, and helping ensure compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and licensing requirements. This role works closely with Residential leadership, QIDPs, nursing, maintenance, and other support teams to promote continuity of care, accountability, and a safe and well-managed home.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can manage staff, respond to operational needs, maintain strong oversight of the home, and support a positive environment for both employees and individuals served.

Supervises

Direct Support Professionals

Reports To

Residential Program Manager / Director of Residential Services

Why Join Arc of Acadiana?

At Arc of Acadiana, our work is centered on supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through compassionate, person-centered services. As a Home Manager, you play a key role in creating a stable, supportive home environment while leading and developing a team that makes a meaningful impact every day.

We are committed to supporting our employees with competitive benefits and a strong foundation for long-term success, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunities for training, growth, and advancement within the organization

Qualifications

Qualifications & Core Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 1 year of experience in residential, healthcare, or human services setting required
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience required
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred
• Valid driver’s license may be required
• Strong leadership and team supervision skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain organization
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Sound judgment and decision-making ability
• Ability to coach, support, and hold staff accountable
• Strong documentation and follow-up skills

Work Environment

• Residential Community Group Home setting
• 24-hour service environment with varying schedules
• Frequent interaction with staff, individuals served, and support teams

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move throughout residential environments, including stairs
• Ability to assist with lifting or supporting individuals as needed
• Ability to lift and carry supplies or equipment
• Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations