New Jersey Mentor , a part of the Sevita family , provides Residential and Treatment Foster Care services to youth who may be facing out-of-home placements, transitioning back into the family home or independent living alternatives, or involved in the juvenile justice system.
Through our personalized programming, we help youth gain stability, comfort and confidence to overcome all challenges and live well.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families, join our mission-driven team and experience a career well lived.
Group Home Manager - At Risk Youth Salary: $55,000 Do you want to use your educational and work experience in human services to help improve the lives of individuals in home settings?
As Home Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day activities for one or more homes, ensuring that individuals receiving services are properly cared for.
Manage daily activities, budgets, and schedules for one or more homes and designated individuals
Manage and directly supervise staff including performance evaluations, hiring, scheduling, orientation, ongoing support, and training
Maintain census and maximize utilization and occupancy percentages within programs
Ensure safety and workers' compensation initiatives are followed
Maintain and foster relationships with individuals receiving services, families, and guardians; implement individual satisfaction enhancement plans as appropriate
Implement program plans for individuals receiving services and submit timely incident reports as appropriate, providing individual corrective action
Maintain and foster relationships with case managers and referral agents; lobby on behalf of individuals supported as appropriate
Develop, implement, revise, and monitor data collection and Individual Program Plans for individual training programs; maintain records for individuals served; complete monthly data summaries and make revisions as needed
Implement safety plans and coordinate scheduling for supported individuals; ensure that individuals are receiving appropriate health and medication management; coordinate activities and appointments; assist in the management of youth funds
Ensure homes are clean, neat, and safe, working with maintenance as appropriate
Purchase program supplies and submit billing compliance documentation
Ensure compliance with all regulatory and company requirements
Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Specific Human Service Field
Masters Degree-3 years post Master's experience working with youth, with at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity
Bachelors Degree-5 years post Master's experience working with youth, with at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity
Preferred CPR and first aid certification
Current driver's license, car registration, and auto insurance if providing transportation to individuals receiving services
Strong communication skills with ability to build rapport with others
Self-motivated and detail-oriented with ability to multi-task
Commitment to the company's mission and values
Why Join Us? Full compensation/benefits package for employees working 32+ hours/week
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holiday pay
Complex work adding value to the organization's mission alongside a great team of coworkers
Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities
We have meaningful work for you – come join our team – Apply Today! Join Our Team If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families, we encourage you to join New Jersey Mentor's mission of helping everyone live a full and happy life.
Apply today and start your journey toward a rewarding career well-lived.
Sevita is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects the unique talents, experiences, and perspectives of our employees and the people we serve.
As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.