Assistant Group Home Manager - Hillsborough, United States - Alternatives Inc.

Alternatives Inc.
Alternatives Inc.
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Hillsborough, United States

2 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Alternatives, Inc. in
Hillsborough, NJ is looking to hire a
temporary full-time Assistant Group Home Manager to support adults with developmental disabilities and help oversee group home operations. Are you looking for a temporary full-time job where you can
make a positive difference in your community? Are you passionate about the rights of individuals with developmental disabilities to live with dignity and respect? Are you interested in
growth opportunities within the Human Services DD field? If so, read on

We pay a competitive wage of
$22.00/hr ($24.00 on weekends).

We also offer great perks including paid training, annual raises, mileage reimbursement, staff appreciation events, employee recognition awards, health and wellness fairs, and offer eligibility for a federal student loan forgiveness program.


ABOUT ALTERNATIVES, INC.
For over 40 years, Alternatives, Inc.

has been dedicated to providing the best in support services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as those with mental illnesses.

Our services include residential, behavior support, support coordination, and recreation.

We strive to enable our clients to reach their highest level of independence and integration into the community using our person-centered philosophy.


We have seen great growth in the past few years, which has stretched our coverage area to include Warren, Hunterdon, Morris, Union, Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean Counties.

This expansion would not be possible without our dedicated staff members. That is why we offer
competitive compensation and generous benefits and perks.


Shift for the temporary Assistant Manager is as follows:


Sun: 9am - 5pm

Mon: 9am - 5pm

Tue: 9am - 5pm

Wed:12pm - 8pm

Thurs: 9am - 5pm

  • Fri: off_
  • Sat: off_

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN ASSISTANT GROUP HOME MANAGER


As the temporary Assistant Group Home Manager, you begin each shift ready to help adults with developmental disabilities live their best lives as independently as possible.

You have made it your mission to ensure the comfort and safety of each client.

In our residential group home, you assist our residents with activities of daily living such as administering medication, cooking meals, performing personal hygiene, and transportation to medical appointments.

You also assist in the implementation of individual behavioral plans. Using effective teaching and mentoring techniques, you teach them new skills and help them achieve goals.

Based on each individual's preferences and behavioral plans, you encourage their interests and drive them to community outings and recreational activities.

You are happy to help them find greater access to the community. You are conscientious about reporting any concerns about their health and safety and keeping documentation accurate and up-to-date.


In addition to the above-mentioned direct care job duties, the temporary Assistant Group Home Manager is closely involved with the operations of the group home.

You will assist the Group Home Manager with things such as staff scheduling, budgeting, communication with doctors' offices and parents/guardians, perform fire drills, and more.

Your past experience as a Direct Support Professional has prepared you for this opportunity

Some aspects of this job are not easily accomplished but at the end of each shift, knowing your clients are happy makes you feel great about the work you do


QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid driver's license with a good driving record
  • Ability to pass criminal/registry background checks and a drug screen
  • Clear tuberculosis (TB) screening
  • Ability to pass and maintain required trainings such as CPR/first aid, medication administration, and positive behavioral support training
  • Basic computer skills


Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in a group setting is strongly preferred for the temporary Assistant Group Home Manager position, _but not required_.

As long as you are compassionate, have strong communication and interpersonal skills, are able to remain calm and professional in challenging situations, and want to make a difference,
you may be perfect for this full-time opportunity

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

  • Alternatives, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer._
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