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**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

Home located in Great Meadows, NJ

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.

_As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law._