Group Home Manager

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:

Bachelors or Master’s degree in Specific Human Service Field

Masters Degree-3 years post Masters experience working with youth, with at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity

Bachelors Degree-5 years post Masters experience working with youth, with at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity

Preferred CPR and first aid certification

Current drivers 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.