HOUSE MANAGER-FULL TIME

Athelas Institute, Inc.; West Friendship (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

403B plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Athelas Institute, Inc. is seeking a House Manager to oversee daily operations in a residential home in West Friendship, MD. The role focuses on supervising staff, coordinating schedules, and ensuring high-quality care for individuals supported.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of supervisory experience, a high school diploma, and a valid driver’s license. Training in Mandt, CPR/First Aid, and MTTP is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; AA/BA/BS preferred.
• At least 1 year of supervisory or peer training.
• Must have current Driver’s License and be willing to drive individuals.
• Experience with IDD/DD preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Participates in interviewing, selection, orientation and training of staff.
• Manage staff schedules and ensure adequate staffing per DDA authorizations.
• Provide feedback and coaching for staff performance; conduct disciplinary actions as needed.
• Schedule medical appointments and ensure access to appropriate care.
• Implement Person-Centered Plans, Behavior Support Plans and Nursing Care Plans.
• Provide personal care support if needed and assist with daily living activities.

Skills

Staff supervision

Scheduling

Coaching

Communication

Medication administration

Education

High School Diploma

AA/BA/BS preferred

Tools

eMAR system

Mandt System

Driver's license

Job description

Employment Opportunities

Position & Location

Position: HOUSE MANAGER-FULL TIME
Location: West Friendship, MD

Job Id & Openings

Job Id: 2232
# of Openings: 1

Job Title

House Manager

Department

Residential

Location

Rosemary (West Friendship)

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.

Benefits

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

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.

Pay Range

$23 per hour