Special Needs House Manager

ADP, Inc.; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

ADP, Inc. is seeking a Special Needs House Manager in Peoria, AZ. You will supervise direct support staff, coordinate weekly activities, and ensure adherence to policies while supporting adults or children with developmental disabilities in a group home setting.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to implement individualized plans, with a focus on safety and compassionate care. A valid AZ driver’s license and relevant certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Two years of college preferred or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience; prior supervisory experience is required.
• Demonstrates strong boundaries and care for individuals with disabilities.
• Requires valid Arizona driver’s license and current certifications in First Aid and CPR.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and train all direct support staff assigned to the home.
• Create a family-like home for all residents to thrive and reach potential.
• Develop a daily routine for staff to ensure consistency with structure.
• Ensure staff are up-to-date on training for residents’ needs.
• Drive residents to medical or review appointments or assign staff to do so.
• Carry out resident’s individual plan including habilitation and behavior plans.
• Create activity schedules for recreational activities.
• Ensure nutritional needs are met, create weekly menus, and grocery shop.
• Daily monitoring of medication, program data, logs, and staff schedules.
• Maintain state regulations and company policies.
• Complete Monthly Progress Reports and fund ledgers.
• Complete Monthly Staffing Matrix; fill Monthly Expense Report with receipts.
• Safely use Prevention and Support behavioral interventions when needed.
• Exert physical effort to lift, push, pull, or carry objects as required.
• Possess core values and behave as a role model for residents.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Cultural awareness

Education

Two years of college preferred

Tools

First Aid

CPR

Article 9

Prevention and Support certification

Job description

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Special Needs House Manager

Peoria, AZ, US

Salary Range: $21.00 To $23.00 Hourly

Description

Responsible for the overall program of the group home with adults or children with developmental disabilities. Supervises all staff and members. Schedules and coordinates weekly activities per the needs of the members and has direct oversight of member visits and appointments. Responsible for creating weekly staff schedule and approving or denying staff time off. Coaches staff on professional and personal development. Works collaboratively with member’s team and support system. Provides clarity & enforcement on agency policies and protocols to staff and member’s team. Functions as a role model, adhering to agency standards of practice for children, staff, and the public. Provides a therapeutic approach during daily routine. Serves as a servant leader, and surrogate parent for the members under his/her care.

Primary Functions:

• Supervise, coach, and train all direct support staff assigned to the home
• Create a family like home for all residents so they will thrive and reach their potential
• Create a daily routine that all staff follow to ensure consistency with love and structure
• Assuring that all staff are up-to-date on training of the unique needs of the residents
• Drive residents to medical and med review appointments or assigning approved staff to do so
• Assure that the resident’s individual plan is carried out in all respects, including any habilitation training and behavior treatment plans
• Create activity schedules for recreational activities
• Assure that all nutritional needs are met, weekly menus are created, and grocery shopping is done
• Daily monitoring includes medication, program data, communication logs, and staff schedules
• Ensure that all state-mandated regulations and company policies are maintained at all times
• Complete Monthly Progress Reports and fund ledgers (if applicable) for each member
• Complete Monthly Staffing Matrix
• Fill out Monthly Expense Report and turn in form and receipts to Operations Director
• Able to safely and appropriately utilize Prevention and Support behavioral intervention standards when necessary
• Exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects
• Use abdominal & lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing
• Any other responsibilities as assigned by direct supervisor, Program Manager, or Program Director

Requirements

• Preferred at least 2 years of college, minimum 1 year of experience
• Must have prior supervisory experience, preferably as a group home or program manager
• Demonstrates strong boundaries and shows care and concern for children and adults with disabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possess a valid Arizona drivers’ license
• Must maintain current First Aid, CPR, and Article 9, and Prevention and Support certification
• Be able to obtain a valid Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card through the Department of Public Safety and a physical examination prior to employment
• Must be able to work in a culturally diverse environment
• Must have excellent organizational and time management skills