# Residential Program Manager - Community Living Services

**Company:** [The Arc of Ocean County](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/1ph6HvGUnLC7qbcTS11VAt.md)
**Location:** Brick Township, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Residential

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## Description

The Arc of Ocean County is seeking an experienced and dedicated Residential Program Manager to oversee the operation of a community residence serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This leadership position is responsible for ensuring quality services, supervising staff, maintaining regulatory compliance, and fostering a supportive home environment where individuals can thrive.

As a Residential Program Manager, you will play a key role in promoting independence, personal growth, community involvement, and person-centered supports while leading a team committed to enhancing the lives of those we serve.

### Position Details

-   **Salary:** $62,753.60 annually
-   Bi-weekly pay schedule
-   **Schedule:** Full-Time with flexibility to meet program needs
-   Evening and weekend availability required as necessary
-   Participation in an on-call rotation (approximately one week per month) required
-   Additional stipend provided for call-in coverage when applicable

### Key Responsibilities

### Residential Program Leadership

-   Direct and oversee all aspects of daily residential operations.
-   Recruit, interview, onboard, train, supervise, and evaluate residential staff and Assistant Managers.
-   Foster a positive, professional, and team-oriented work environment.
-   Ensure staff maintain required certifications, trainings, and employment compliance standards.
-   Review and approve employee timecards and monitor attendance records.
-   Develop staffing schedules and coordinate coverage to ensure appropriate support levels.
-   Provide coaching, guidance, and performance feedback to residential staff.

### Individual Support & Service Planning

-   Promote opportunities that encourage independence, self-determination, and personal achievement.
-   Support participation in recreational, social, educational, and community-based activities.
-   Develop, implement, and monitor Individual Service Plans (ISPs) and Individual Habilitation Plans (IHPs).
-   Track progress toward identified goals and ensure services align with individual needs and preferences.
-   Coordinate access to medical, behavioral, dental, psychological, and therapeutic services.
-   Encourage individuals to actively participate in decisions affecting their lives and supports.

### Compliance & Quality Assurance

-   Maintain a safe, healthy, and supportive living environment.
-   Ensure all documentation, reporting, and recordkeeping requirements are completed accurately and on time.
-   Maintain compliance with applicable regulations and standards established by agencies including:

-   Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)
-   Department of Human Services (DHS)
-   Department of Children and Families (DCF)
-   Other state and federal oversight agencies

-   Complete incident reporting and follow-up requirements in a timely manner.
-   Participate in audits, inspections, and quality assurance reviews.

### Fiscal & Administrative Oversight

-   Monitor household and program budgets while ensuring responsible use of resources.
-   Maintain adequate inventories of household supplies, equipment, and program materials.
-   Identify and coordinate additional resources or funding opportunities when appropriate.
-   Protect confidential information and uphold the rights of all individuals served.

### Communication & Collaboration

-   Maintain effective working relationships with families, guardians, support coordinators, healthcare providers, and community partners.
-   Demonstrate strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
-   Serve as a role model for agency values, professionalism, and person-centered practices.

## Requirements

-   High School Diploma or GED required.
-   Valid New Jersey driver's license in good standing required, with no more than five (5) points.
-   Minimum of two (2) years of experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
-   At least one (1) year of supervisory, leadership, or management experience required.
-   Previous experience working within a residential or group home setting preferred.
-   Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including lifting, assisting with mobility needs, and providing direct support when necessary.
-   Flexibility to adjust work hours based on program and staffing needs.

## Benefits

-   Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage with Low Deductible and $0 Copay Options
-   Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
-   401(k) Retirement Plan with Agency Match
-   Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
-   Paid On-the-Job Training and Professional Development
-   Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
-   Employee Referral Bonus Program
-   Additional Supplemental Benefit Options Available

Join The Arc of Ocean County and lead a team that empowers individuals to live meaningful, independent, and fulfilling lives within their communities.