Group Home Manager - Hamden
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Marrakech is looking for staff to work with our wonderful participants with developmental disabilities, physical, behavioral or other needs in a group home setting. We seek nurturing people who will provide care with respect and dignity as well as promote independence and community integration.OVERVIEWThis residential group home is looking for a Manager to supervise the day-to-day operations of a residential group home of 6 wonderful individuals.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Compliance: Ensure the home meets all licensing regulations (DDS, Health Inspection, Fire Marshall, ICF if applicable).On-Call Duties: Be on-call for Marrakech residences as scheduled.Supervision: Supervise the Assistant Manager/Supervisor and all direct care staff.Management Meetings: Regularly meet with the Marrakech Management Team to discuss residential issues.Financial Oversight: Maintain individual finances, bank accounts, and petty cash, ensuring proper documentation.Habilitation Reports: Complete and submit habilitation reviews/reports on time to the Program Director.Teaching Strategies: Develop and implement individual teaching strategies and coordinate all PST meetings.Records Management: Ensure compliance with DDS and/or ICF regulations regarding admissions, transfers, and discharges.Hiring Process: Participate in hiring, including interviews and site visits for external and internal candidates.Staff Orientation: Orient new staff with shadowing and in-service training.Staff Support: Provide ongoing supervision and training to staff as needed.Entitlements Coordination: Work with the Client Funds Coordinator to ensure individuals receive entitlements (e.g., SSI, Medicaid).Site Checks: Conduct regular spot checks at responsible sites and report findings.Staffing Management: Ensure staffing patterns adhere to critical information and financial parameters.Daily Schedules: Implement program schedules that include daily living skills and community recreation.Service Delivery: Ensure participants receive all services identified in their service plans.Record Maintenance: Maintain individual records according to policy, ensuring reports are updated and complete.Communication: Maintain positive contact with individuals, families, vocational programs, and healthcare providers.Needs Coordination: Coordinate medication administration and medical appointments, ensuring emotional and medical needs are met.Community Engagement: Foster a sense of community through individual-centered activities.Supervisory Responsibilities:Direct supervision of the Assistant Manager, Supervisor, and direct care staff.QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree or two years of related experience/training.Two years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, including one year in a supervisory role.Other education/experience variations will be considered.CERTIFICATIONSValid CT Driver's License.DDS Medication Certification.PMT Certification.SCHEDULESu-Th 8a-4p (40 FT).SALARYStarting at $20.37/hour, increasing to $20.91/hour after the introductory period.Paid time off (PTO) and Dedicated Sick Time.Paid Holidays.New Year's Day.Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.Memorial Day.Independence Day.Labor Day.Thanksgiving.Paid and Unpaid Leave for:Bereavement.Jury Duty.Family and Non-FMLA Medical Leave.Military Leave.Employer-Sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance (for full-time employees).External Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (for full-time employees).401K and Profit Sharing Plan.Educational Benefits, Including:DSP Credentialing through the NADSP.Tuition Reimbursement.Tuition discounts at local colleges and universities.Access to Various Voluntary Insurances and Benefits.Staff Recognition Program.Other Financial Benefits, Including but not limited to:Dayforce Wallet (On-Demand Pay).Marrakech's Homeownership Program.Perfect Attendance Bonus Program.Recruitment Referral Bonus.Other Corporate Discount Programs.Marrakech is an equal opportunity employer. Marrakech, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status of veteran, national or ethnic origin, or sexual orientation.#J-18808-Ljbffr