HOUSE MANAGER-FULL TIME

Athelas Institute, Inc.; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Athelas Institute, Inc. in Towson, MD is seeking a Direct Supervisor to support residential services. The role involves supervising Direct Support Professionals, coordinating staffing, and ensuring regulatory compliance while promoting person-centered care.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year of supervisory training, CPR/First Aid certification, and familiarity with Mandt System policies. This position includes driving requirements and participation in agency trainings.

Qualifications

• 1 year of supervisory or peer training.
• DDA core competencies, Mandt System Training, CPR/First Aid, MTTP preferred.
• Experience working with people with IDD/DD preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Participates in interviewing, selection, onboarding and training of Direct Support Professionals.
• Manages staff schedules to ensure adequate staffing per DDA authorizations.
• Provides coaching, feedback and disciplinary actions according to agency policies.
• Identifies training needs and handles suspensions and terminations.
• Holds monthly team meetings and supervision for staff needing support.
• Schedules medical appointments and ensures access to care with nursing.
• Implements prescribed care plans and documents follow-up.
• Maintains professional relationships with families and advocates.
• Ensures food supply, cleanliness and paperwork compliance.
• Oversees utilization of all agency electronic systems for time, notes and incident reports.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Staff training

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Associates or BA/BS preferred

Job description

Position Overview

Assists with daily operations at the home to meet the needs of the individuals we support.

Essential Job Functions

• Participates in interviewing, selection, on the job orientation and training of Direct Support Professionals.
• Manage staff schedules, ensures that the house has adequate staffing in accordance with DDA service authorizations.
• Makes recommendations related to staff performance improvement plans, provides feedback and coaching.
• Provides verbal and written disciplinary actions according to agency policies and procedures.
• Makes recommendations related to training needs, suspension and terminations.
• Hold monthly team meetings and supervisions with staff that need additional support.
• Responsible for the scheduling of all medical appointments in a timely manner.
• Ensure that all persons supported access appropriate medical care in collaboration with nursing department.
• Implements all prescribed/recommended treatment in accordance with regulations and agency policies and procedure.
• Informs supervisor of all developments within the program, especially any emergency situation.
• Completes all assigned follow-up activities as requested and in a timely manner.
• Foster positive, professional relationship with supported person, staff parents, and advocates.
• Ensures that food supply is adequate at all times.
• Ensures that houses are kept clean and staff are completing all related, necessary paperwork including shift checklists.
• Responsible for the implementation of all Person-Centered Plans, Behavior Support Plans (if applicable) and Nursing Care Plans.
• Provide personal care support if needed. Including assistance with bathing, changing, eating and transferring.
• Check and respond to emails daily to maintain proper communication.
• Obtain and maintain Medication Administration Certification through the Maryland Board of Nursing.
• Administer and document medications pursuant to State and Agency requirements. All medication is completed through an eMAR. Medication administration follows the DDA nursing delegation model.
• Complete and maintain required trainings in accordance with DDA/State/Company regulations. This includes, and is not limited to, CPR/First-Aid, the Mandt System, and Certified Medication Technician course.
• Attend and actively participate in all scheduled meetings.
• Staff will be required to utilize agency electronic systems for communication, time and attendance, progress notes, incident report filing, etc.
• Encourage opportunities for decision making, self-help activities, and daily planning.
• May be assigned to other locations to meet the needs of the Residential department.
• All other duties that may be requested by Director.

Education

High School Diploma required; Associates (AA) or Bachelor’s (BA/BS) degree’s preferred.

Training and Experience

At least 1 year of supervisory or peer training.

Preferred DDA core competencies, Mandt Systems Training, CPR / First Aid, MTTP

Experience working with people with IDD/DD preferred but not required.

Other

Must have current Driver’s License and meet the agency driving requirements. Must be willing and able to drive individuals we support to appointments, community activities and other places to support community integration.

Physical Requirements

Applicant must be able to walk, stand, and sit for up to 8 hours. Person must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. or more based on assigned supported person (using health and safety lifting / turning techniques or assistive devices).

Applicant must be able to successfully demonstrate all Mandt Systems training physical interventions and techniques, to include assisting supported person to standing, providing assistance with ambulation, physical releases, and physical restraints.

Health

Health, Vision, Dental, supplemental coverage through Aflac. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Incentives

Company Paid: Short / Long Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement Program

Work-Life Balance

Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement, Jury Duty

Financial

403B plan, Employee Credit Union (SECU)

Training

Paid DDA and new hire training's, Paid Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certification

Paid Medication Administration Training

*Dependent on Full or Part time status

Please Note: This job description is not all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. All working hours and location may be subject to change.

Our programs and services are designed to further our mission and enrich the lives of the individuals we serve.

Community events and fundraisers help us raise awareness and generate crucial resources to better serve our individuals.