Group Home Manager/West Valley FREE HEALTH BENEFITS

Group Home Manager House Manager is responsible for performing essential care for our members in our group homes. This is a safety sensitive position. The role oversees the daily operation and staff of three traditional group homes located in the East Valley. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Reports to the Traditional/DTA Operations Manager and to the Assistant Traditional Operations Manager. Health benefits begin after 60 days. Essential Functions: To oversee the daily operation and staff of three traditional group homes located in the East Valley. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Responsible for the Residents of the home which include: Attending and preparing for ISP meetings and attending ISP's per the request of the Group Home Manager or Assistant Director. Maintains ongoing communication with parents and guardians and DDD Support Coordinators. Conduct weekly Resident File audits to maintain accurate, complete and comprehensive resident files. Ensure Resident files are complete and updated with all current information. Ensure all applicable regulation/standards are adhered to at all times. Report to Program Coordinator and COO all incident reports immediately. Ensure residents' personal belongings, wheelchairs, and equipment are clean and ready for use. Transportation as required for appointments, outings, etc. Responsible for Medical Aspects of Care which include: Responsible to the Program Coordinator and Director of Residential Services for reporting all changes of conditions regarding the residents in the home. Transporting residents to doctor appointments. Ensuring all follow up and communication with the Program Coordinator and/or Director of Residential Services regarding doctor appointments is completed. Completing Medication Administration Records (MARs) sheets before the 1st of every month. Verification the MAR matches the physician's orders and the labels of all medications. Completing PCSP goals for members before the 1st of the month. Ensure all required consents are signed by the appropriate guardian/parent. Must perform duties following safety standards required for this position, including use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment, e.g., gloves). Responsible for Employees which includes: Completing staffing schedules for group home personnel. Ensuring proper client-to-staff ratio. Additional shift coverage as needed for callouts, etc. Ensuring all group home staff accurately complete the required shift documentation on a daily basis. Training with Program Coordinator all new/existing DSPs. Assisting to ensure all employees maintain compliance with Article 9 Prevention and Support, Fingerprint Clearance, CPR & 1st Aid. Ensuring staff adhere to and follow all directives and policies and procedures handed down by the company. Attendance at all training sessions required by the company, including manager meetings. Abiding by and supporting all directives, policies and procedures handed down by the company. Responsible for Physical Plant (Group Home) which includes: Being flexible in hours worked to assist with shift coverage if needed. Weekly walk-through of the home. Assisting with making sure that the home is ready for surveys and monitoring. Responsible for maintaining Group Home Budgets which include: Grocery shopping, client funds, petty cash. Responsible for maintaining Group Home Van which includes: Ensuring van is current on routine maintenance. Ensuring that the group home vehicle has current registration. Ensuring that the daily/weekly checks are completed. Member Care Responsibilities Provide for the safety, emotional and physical needs of all members. Ensure members are clean, well-groomed and dressed age-appropriate and correctly for the season and environmental conditions. Transportation to and from day program as needed. Position and re-position every hour while awake and every two hours while asleep and as needed. Help members cook meals and to eat as needed. Ensure daily that members are being emotionally and physically stimulated to the best of their ability. Assist with showering members to ensure a complete shower is given as needed. Company Responsibilities Being flexible in hours worked and location worked in order to assist with staff coverage if needed. Ensuring that you maintain compliance in regard to Article 9, Prevention and Support, Fingerprint Clearance Card, CPR/1st Aid. Adhere to and follow all directives and policies and procedures handed down by the company. Ensure that all required documentation is completed before the end of shift. Competencies Ability to work as a team member. Adaptability & flexibility to work times as well as work locations to assist with staff coverage if needed. Ability to positively interact with members, their families, and administrative staff. Recognize and be responsive to the needs of the members. Ability to maintain proprietary and resident information confidentially. Ability to maintain a calm, non-defensive, supportive attitude during crisis or potential crisis. Proficient verbal and written communication in English and ability to do so with tact. Minimum Qualifications Must have 1 year of management experience (Residential group home experience preferred). Flexible hours, reliable transportation to work at any location. Must be able to pass and maintain Article 9 and Prevention and Support within 90 days of hire. Must maintain CPR within 30 days of hire. Must obtain and maintain a Class 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card. Maintain standards of care as outlined in the Nurse Practice Act by the Arizona State Board of Nursing. #J-18808-Ljbffr