Youth Residential House Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Residential House Manager

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and dependable Residential House Manager to provide leadership, structure, and mentorship within a residential group home serving adolescent males. This position plays a vital role in maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive environment while guiding both residents and staff toward success.

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, natural mentor, organized leader, and positive role model who can effectively balance youth support, staff oversight, and daily operations.

Schedule

• Full-time position
• 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week
• 6-hour shift on Wednesdays
• Additional flexibility may occasionally be required to meet program needs

Essential Responsibilities

• Maintain daily structure, routines, and behavioral expectations within the home
• Provide leadership and support to residential staff to ensure company policies, procedures, and standards are consistently followed
• Mentor and support residents in areas including academics, employment, appointments, independent living skills, and personal growth
• Assist residents with transportation and coordination of appointments, school needs, employment responsibilities, and community involvement
• Build positive and professional relationships with residents while maintaining appropriate boundaries and accountability
• Monitor the overall functioning and atmosphere of the home to promote safety, stability, and consistency
• Assist with crisis intervention and de-escalation when necessary
• Communicate effectively with administration, staff, schools, agencies, and families as appropriate
• Ensure accurate documentation and timely communication regarding resident progress, incidents, and needs
• Coordinate and assist with resident admissions and transitions when openings occur within the program
• Participate in staff training, meetings, and ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Experience working with adolescents, behavioral health, residential care, education, social services, or related fields preferred
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required
• Ability to maintain professionalism in high-stress situations
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to actively supervise residents in a residential setting, respond quickly in emergency or crisis situations, and safely perform duties that may involve standing, walking, bending, lifting, and assisting with behavioral interventions when necessary.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who is:

• Dependable and self-motivated
• Calm under pressure
• A positive role model for youth
• Comfortable leading and mentoring staff
• Organized and consistent
• Passionate about helping adolescents succeed

Benefits

Health Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance. 401K. PTO. Option for Supplemental Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace.