Administrator - Residential Homes

Job Description

Job Description

Schedule: Varying days including weekends, holidays, and on-call

Momentum is hiring an Administrator to oversee the management and administration of residential group homes in conjunction with the Program Plan approved by the Department of Developmental Services. The Administrator assures compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations; coordinates the functions of each department within the homes; and organizes the facility programs within the framework of the operational budget.

Benefits (full-time): 

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Life Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation/Sick/Bereavement leave
• Credit Union Benefits and Discounts
• Retirement Plan (403B)
• Direct Deposit

Administrator Essential Responsibilities:

• Maintain compliance to all federal, state, and local regulations including Title 17, Title 22, and ICF/MR federal regulations, as well as all policies set forth in the Administrative Manual and Momentum's Employee Handbook
• Oversees day-to-day operations to ensure quality care and proper staff ratios are maintained
• Participates as a member of the Human Rights Committee to ensure persons supported rights are understood and upheld by all staff
• Supervises staff in residential group homes, including training in proper use and maintenance of all equipment
• Follows Program Plan as approved by the Department of Developmental Services
• Maintains working relationships with Regional Centers and with local and state agencies
• Screens individuals for admission in conjunction with on-site staff and Director of Client Services, based on input from referring Regional Center
• Maintains fiscally sound budget, prepares budgetary reports, and submits invoices to corporate office
• Receives and responds to after-hours phone calls for emergency and non-emergency matters related to persons supported and/or staff which may require a visit to the facility(ies)
• Attends meetings, events, and other functions in support of the needs of programs and services of the residential homes
• Drives in company vehicles to appointments and community destinations, as assigned
• Performs other duties assigned to meet department and/or business needs 

Administrator Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years of age 
• Must maintain valid and current proof of legal right to drive in California; required 
• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related discipline; required
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or experience in a related field; required  
• Current California Nursing Home Administrator License or meet requirements of a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP); preferred 
• Minimum of one year of supervisory experience managing employees and some management experience in the field of human services or business; required 
• Must be able to work on-call weekends and after hours
• Strong desire to work with individuals with developmental disabilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to walk, bend, squat, kneel, and lift up to fifty (50) pounds
• Successfully pass all post offer, pre-employment screening requirements, including criminal background check, physical exam, drug screening, and provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States

With 40 programs and service sites spanning several counties, Momentum is the largest nonprofit provider of direct support for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in Southern California.

Momentum is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates. Momentum also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment pursuant to California Law and, if applicable, the L.A. Fair Chance Ordinance.