Residential Options Manager - Multiple Single-Placement Homes

Autism Delaware Inc.; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Autism Delaware Inc. is seeking an experienced Residential Manager to oversee multiple single-placement homes serving adults with autism and related disabilities.

You will provide leadership, ensure person-centered, compliant operations, supervise staff, manage health and safety, and partner with families and state agencies to support independent living. Travel between locations is required; this role offers meaningful work, competitive compensation, and opportunities to advance within POW&R

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting adults with autism and related disabilities.
• Experience in residential services, staff supervision, and program management.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and locations.
• Knowledge of person-centered practices and regulatory requirements.
• Flexible and available for a 24/7 residential program.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision, coaching, and support to residential staff across multiple homes.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, person-centered services aligned with individual plans.
• Oversee daily operations, including staffing, scheduling, and coverage needs.
• Monitor participant health, safety, medical appointments, and wellbeing.
• Support individuals with behavioral, communication, and independent living needs.
• Ensure compliance with agency policies, regulations, and documentation standards.
• Conduct regular home visits, quality reviews, and staff evaluations.
• Assist with incident management, investigations, and follow-up actions.
• Collaborate with families, guardians, state agencies, healthcare providers, and stakeholders.
• Develop and implement individual support plans and goals.
• Monitor household budgets, purchasing needs, and maintenance.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention of staff.
• Provide on-call support and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Promote a positive team culture focused on collaboration and excellence.
• Work on-shift weekly.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Program management

Communication

Problem-solving

Multi-site management

Regulatory compliance

Person-centered care

Flexibility

Job description

Autism Delaware's adult services program, is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and highly organized Residential Manager to oversee multiple single-placement residential homes supporting adults with autism and related disabilities.

The Residential Manager plays a critical leadership role in ensuring high-quality, person-centered services while providing oversight of staff, program operations, regulatory compliance, and participant supports. This position is responsible for maintaining safe, supportive home environments that promote independence, community inclusion, and quality of life.

Position Responsibilities

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Providing direct supervision, coaching, and support to residential staff across multiple single-placement homes
• Ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centered services consistent with individual support plans
• Overseeing daily operations of assigned residences, including staffing, scheduling, and coverage needs
• Monitoring participant health, safety, medical appointments, and overall well-being
• Supporting individuals with behavioral, communication, and independent living needs
• Ensuring compliance with agency policies, DDDS regulations, licensing requirements, and documentation standards
• Conducting regular home visits, quality assurance reviews, and staff performance evaluations
• Assisting with incident management, investigations, and follow-up actions as necessary
• Collaborating with families, guardians, state agencies, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders
• Participating in the development and implementation of individual support plans and goals
• Monitoring household budgets, purchasing needs, and maintenance concerns
• Assisting with recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention of residential staff
• Providing on-call support and responding to emergencies as needed
• Promoting a positive team culture focused on collaboration, accountability, and excellence in service delivery
• Working on shift and in-shift weekly.

Qualifications

We are seeking candidates who are:

• Passionate about supporting individuals with autism and intellectual/developmental disabilities
• Experienced in residential services, staff supervision, and program management
• Skilled in leadership, problem-solving, and communication
• Able to effectively manage multiple priorities and locations
• Knowledgeable of person-centered practices and regulatory requirements
• Flexible and available to meet the needs of a 24/7 residential program

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in a leadership role in developmental disability residential services
• Experience supporting individuals with complex behavioral, medical, or communication needs

Transportation Requirement (Essential Job Function)

Applicants Must Have

• Reliable personal transportation
• A valid driver's license
• Proof of insurance
• A clean driving record

Travel between residential locations and community sites is required.

Why Join POW&R at Autism Delaware

• Meaningful work supporting adults with autism and related disabilities
• Opportunity to lead and develop a dedicated team of professionals
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities

If you are a motivated leader committed to empowering individuals to live meaningful and independent lives, we encourage you to apply for the Residential Manager position with POW&R at Autism Delaware.