Residential Manager

Residential Manager

Join Benchmark Human Services and positively impact the lives of other people who are just like you! Benchmark is a national leader in providing programs to individuals with disabilities and mental illness. One of our group homes in Swedesboro, NJ is seeking a qualified and caring person to work as a Residential Manager. Successful applicants will attend paid training to obtain required certifications. Position is in-person.

Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected leaders in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. We work with people of all ages at home, at work, and in the community through residential programs, employment services, crisis response, early intervention, and more. View our 65 Years of Stories campaign to learn more about the impact Benchmark employees have made across the country.

Benefits:

• Competitive wages based on experience
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Various shifts and locations
• Advancement opportunities

Responsibilities Include:

• Plan and execute individual served doctor's appointments
• Assist in crisis situations
• Assist in coordinating staffing coverage
• Mentor/teach Direct Support Professionals how to work with individuals served
• Monitor individuals served spending money
• Monitor proper diet and meal plan of person served
• Protect and honor the rights of people with disabilities
• Ensuring a safe and clean home for people served
• Develop a positive rapport while serving as a role model to create a safe and caring environment
• Assists the Program Coordinator in supervising, supporting and training DSP's
• Document data displaying the individual served goals and progression
• Assist in finding and participating in meaningful community activities
• Participate in on-going professional training
• Other Duties as Assigned

General Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of management experience
• Experience working with NJ Department of Developmental Disabilities required
• At least 5 years working with IDD and/or DDD clients in a group home setting
• Reliable transportation
• Valid auto insurance and driver's license
• High school diploma or GED

Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.